Step 1: Lock the Background Layer
Open your image in Photoshop.
Ensure that your image is set to a locked "Background" layer. If it’s not, merge your layers by pressing Ctrl + E (Windows) or Cmd + E (Mac).
Alternatively, you can do this manually:
Go to Window > Layers.
Right-click your photo layer and select "Flatten Image".
Once the image is flattened, it will be locked as the background layer.
Note: If your image is already set as the background layer, you can skip this step.
Example image:
Click here to see an example.
https://www.dropbox.com/s/4pn8e6ntislt73s/2021-06-24_123424.png?dl=0
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Step 2: Set RGB Color Mode
Make sure your image is in RGB Color Mode.
Go to Image > Mode and select RGB Color.
Also, ensure 8 Bits/Channel is selected.
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Step 3: Adjust Layer Panel Settings
Open the Layers panel.
Click on the menu icon (top-right of the Layers panel) and select Panel Options.
Check the option "Add 'copy' to Copied Layers and Groups".
You can see my settings here:
Example A https://www.dropbox.com/s/8ph1qyy1cg2z3cu/2021-06-24_122643.png?dl=0
Example B https://www.dropbox.com/s/nzbbo491es6as8h/2021-06-24_122725.png?dl=0
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Step 4: Open the Actions Panel
Go to Window > Actions to open the Actions panel. If it's already visible, look for it in the right-hand sidebar.
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Step 5: Load an Action
To load a custom action:
Click the menu icon in the top-right corner of the Actions panel.
Select Load Actions.
Browse for the .atn file and click Open.
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Step 6: Select the Action
Find the action you want to apply in the Actions panel.
Click to select it.
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Step 7: Run the Action
Press the Play button at the bottom of the Actions panel.
Photoshop will now apply the action to your image.
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Step 8: Adjust as Needed
Some actions may require you to make adjustments during the process. Follow any prompts to tweak settings to your liking.
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Step 9: Save Your Image
After the action completes:
Go to File > Save As to save your work.
Choose the file format and location to save the edited image.
By following these steps, your image will be ready for quick and easy edits using Photoshop actions!
