Photoshop’s layering tool is part of what makes it so effective to use, but sometimes you may understandably wish to stop the application from creating new layers. When this happens, the complexity of the application can make it a challenge to figure out how to stop this feature.

Photoshop is an advanced design tool, which is why many people use it. However, this complexity can sometimes make the app difficult to use. Keep reading to learn more about stopping the application from creating new layers, as well as to learn about some reasons why someone may wish to avoid creating new layers.

Stopping the New Layer Function on Photoshop

It is a common problem—every time someone uses the pen tool on Photoshop, a new layer is created. This can be very useful for certain design functionalities but can also be very frustrating if creating a new layer is not something you want to do.

To stop Photoshop from creating new layers, you must change the layering preference. This can be done by going under the “Path Operations” button and changing it from “New Layer” to “Combine Shapes.” You can set the pen tool to create paths instead of layers. This can also be done in the “Paths” settings.

Reset the Path Operations Setting to Combine Shapes

The Path Operations button is something that shows up whenever you use the pen tool. This is a small icon that looks like two overlapping squares. This can be found in the toolbar. You can follow these steps to accomplish the goal of stopping new layers:

• Click on the “Path Operations” Button
• Change the default setting from “New Layer” to “Combine Shapes”
• Click back on the main screen

Once this has been adjusted, your Photoshop should combine shapes rather than create new layers.

Set the Pen Tool to Create Paths

Creating paths is also a good option for disabling the new layer function. This is also an easy fix that involves the Paths toolbar.

• Select the “Pen Tool” from the toolbox options
• Click on the path for your current layer from the paths panel
• This will allow you to change the default from “New Layers” to “New Paths”

Once you have changed this function, you should be able to draw new paths instead of layers. Additionally, if you are still struggling with layers, you may wish to use the move tool instead or some other option that will not create new layers and will allow you to edit the work you have that already exists.

When Should You Not Add New Layers on Photoshop?

Most of the time, people do not wish to add new layers on Photoshop simply because all of the elements of their design are now in place. The layers tool is extremely helpful for putting more images on your design or overlapping existing figures and images.

Additionally, people might also wish to not add new layers because they prefer using the following functions at a certain point in their project:

• Moving existing shapes
• Creating paths
• Editing layers
• Editing layer order
• Deleting a layer

Each of these functions has their specific tool, and most can be found in the toolbar. Also, people may wish to stop adding layers because most versions of Photoshop have a limit of 100. This means that it can be wise to reserve the number of layers you need.

Conclusion

Layers are one of the most important functions of Adobe Photoshop, but sometimes they can get in the way. When you wish to do other things such as editing existent layers or creating paths, you may wish to disable the layering function on your Photoshop application.

Turning off layers on Photoshop may seem complicated, but usually just involves changing your paths settings. If this fails, you may also need to select a different tool or move onto some other phase of the design process that will allow you to avoid adding new layers. If you find that your design remains too complicated, you may wish to use other user-friendly design platforms, such as Placeit.net.

Photoshop can be a difficult application to master, with even the most experienced of designers needing to fine-tune their knowledge. Adding layers is one such example of a thing that can seem complicated to control. Fortunately, there are often several fixes that will have you working on your project in no time.

Dual monitors for your Mac can be a fantastic advantage for PowerPoint presentations and multitasking, but sometimes, you only want to dedicate this program to one screen, rather than both. Unfortunately, it seems your Mac and its connected screens have different plans and are intent on your PowerPoint appearing on both monitors. So what can you do?

In this article, we’ll take you step-by-step through the process of getting your PowerPoint from two screens to one on a Mac, so you can free up that second screen and utilize it to fullest. This guide will work whether you are using two Mac monitors or a Mac laptop with an additional Mac monitor attached.

Make Sure PowerPoint Is the Only Program Open

When someone wants to get their PowerPoint to display on a single Mac-compatible monitor, the reason is usually that they are trying to present a presentation and want to use the second monitor for a separate reason they don’t want or need to display.

However, a surprising degree of issues people have with switching their PowerPoint program to one monitor stems from having these additional programs open. 

Getting your PowerPoint program to stop using both of your Mac monitors can be challenging depending on the program you’re trying to use on the second monitor. For this reason, we recommend only having the PowerPoint program up and running first until you’re able to officially switch it to one screen.

The process of displaying PowerPoint on one monitor is going to rely solely on having the right settings on or off. Once you add another program to the mix, not only are you dealing with the PowerPoint’s display settings, but the other program’s as well. This can make it difficult to determine which program’s settings is causing the issue, and so, it is best to only focus on PowerPoint to start.

Check Your PowerPoint Settings

In the event that you’re using two monitors to present a PowerPoint, it’s likely you’re in “mirror” or “presenter view,” as these are the default options that will display the official presentation on one page and your presenter notes and editing options on the other.

While this is great in some circumstances, it isn’t helpful for individuals who are trying to use the second monitor to display a completely different program and it is even less beneficial for individuals who aren’t even presenting, but rather, are trying to use one screen for research and the other to create their PowerPoint.

To switch PowerPoint from two monitors to one, you’ll need to alter the settings so your presentation isn’t in “mirror” or “presenter view” mode. To do this, follow the steps below:

1. Click the “Slide Show” tab listed at the top PowerPoint menu ribbon
2. Click the “Set Up Slide Show” option
3. Find the “Multiple Monitors” section of the settings
4. Change “Slide Show Monitor” option from “Automatic” to your preferred options (ex. Primary or Monitor 2)

Hopefully, switching your slide show monitor display setting from automatic has split the screens and will now allow you to utilize one for a separate task.

If this is not the case, the next best option would be to choose the “Browsed by and individual (window)” or “Browsed at a kiosk (full screen)” option under the same settings drop-down menu. While these will inhibit you from using presenter tools, such as the pen or laser, it might finally get your PowerPoint presentation down to one screen.

Alter Your Mac’s “System Preferences” Settings

As you can probably tell by now, getting your PowerPoint from two screens to one is sometimes a process of trial and error. Therefore, if you’ve followed the previous steps and found that the issue still remains, then it’s time to check your Mac’s “System Preferences” settings.

Sometimes it is your Mac’s monitor settings that are preventing you from getting your PowerPoint on one screen. To check this, open the “System Preferences” application, either on your Mac’s dock or under the Apple menu.

Once inside there are two settings in particular you’ll want to look into: the “Mirror Displays” setting and the “Displays Have Separate Spaces” setting.

To find the “Mirror Displays” setting, open “System Preferences,” “Displays,” and then see if the “Mirror Display” setting’s box is checked. If so, uncheck it. If no noticeable change occurs, go back to your “System Preferences” menu and then open the “Mission Control” tab where you’ll find “Displays Have Separate Spaces.” You will want the box next to this setting to be checked.

Open Your Secondary Program

If all goes well by this point, your PowerPoint presentation should only be on one screen rather than one being the presentation and the second being your presenter notes. If this is the case, then it’s safe to try and open another program on your free, secondary monitor.

Once you’ve open your preferred program on the second Mac-compatible monitor or device, you should find each monitor in your dual system dedicated to two independent programs.

Should you discover that opening an additional program on the second screen has now altered your settings and placed PowerPoint on both screens again, you’ll want to check the secondary programs display or monitor settings, as they might be inhibiting your ability to split the screens.

Add a Third Screen or Device

This by no means is the ideal last step, but if you’ve done everything detailed in this guide and found that up until this point, your PowerPoint is still going strong on both of your Mac monitors, then the last resort would be to add a third screen or device.

Follow the steps below to add a third device to your Mac monitor system:

1. Open “System Preferences” on your Mac
2. Open “Mission Control”
3. Double check that “Displays Have Separate Spaces” is checked
4. Check to see if three devices are listed in your “Mission Control” menu
5. Return to “System Preferences” and open “Trackpad” then “More Gestures”
6. Click the (+) button at the top right and set the “Swipe between full-screen apps” to your preferred setting

This should allow you to utilize three screens or devices and swipe between them for different tasks.

While it isn’t the most preferable solution, many Mac users trying to present with PowerPoint using dual monitors find that no matter what they do in their settings, one screen is always dedicated to the presentation and the other is stuck in the presenter’s notes page. Despite changing all of the settings listed above, the only resolution for these individuals might be to contact Mac or PowerPoint directly for support, or try this method of adding a third monitor or additional device.

Grouping layers in Procreate is a great way to keep your artwork organized. But what happens when you don’t need those layers in a group any longer?

Knowing how to ungroup layers is just as important as knowing how to group them together. Below, we’ll show you how to ungroup layers in your Procreate document in two easy steps.

Steps to Ungroup Layers in Procreate

Grouping layers together in Procreate is a method many artists use to boost efficiency and keep their artwork organized. However, if you need to ungroup layers, you might be at a loss about how to do it.

Ungrouping layers in Procreate isn’t hard, but it also isn’t as streamlined as you might be hoping for. Unfortunately, there isn’t a simple way to remove all of the layers from a group. Instead, you will have to remove each individual layer from the group one at a time.

While it might be a bit tedious, this can be done in two simple steps.

1. Select Multiple Layers Within the Group

Removing layers from a group is similar to how you put them there to begin with. The first step is to select the layers you want to remove.

The layers panel in Procreate is the most efficient way to choose and manage layers. The layers tab is located on the right side of the top toolbar in Procreate, and it is represented by two overlapping squares. In this panel, you can add, remove, group, and rearrange layers.

To select several layers, first, decide which group you will be working in. Expand the group by selecting the arrow to the right so that you can see all of the layers within that group.

You’ll want to select your primary layer first. In the Layers panel, your Primary layer will be highlighted in bright blue. Ensure that you have just the layer selected and not the entire group.

Following that, you’ll select your secondary layers. Swipe right on any layer to add it to your selection as a secondary layer. It will appear in the Layers section as dark blue. If you mistakenly choose a layer that you didn’t mean to, simply swipe right again to deselect it.

2. Drag Layers from the Group

Once you have your desired layers selected, simply drag them out of the group. To do this, hold your finger down on the selected layers and drag them to a different spot in the Layers panel. Once you are done, you can delete the group, if need be, by swiping left on the group and selecting the red “Delete” button.

Why Do You Need to Group and Ungroup Layers in Procreate?

When working on large or complex projects, knowing how to organize layers in Procreate is extremely useful. Not only does grouping layers help with the overall structure, but it also makes it much easier to locate layers during each round of project edits. By being able to move elements together or group them into sections, you can work more efficiently.

However, there are many tasks in Procreate that can only be done on a single layer, such as painting, smudging, or erasing. This is something to keep in mind when working with groups. If you select an entire group and start to paint, the painting will only take effect on the primary layer within that group.

Moving Grouped Layers in Procreate

Grouping can allow you to move elements around as a whole. For example, let’s say you are working on a logo with various shapes, drawings, and text. You like the way that everything is fitting together, however, you would like a few elements shifted to the left. Instead of moving each one on its own, you could add those elements to a group and move them as one. 

Now, let’s say you don’t want those elements to move together anymore. Simply ungroup each one, and you are free to edit them individually as you choose.

Renaming Grouped Layers in Procreate

Keeping layers organized is one of the most useful reasons for grouping them in Procreate. Once you have layers in a group, you can rename each group so that you can easily locate layers depending on how you classify them.

To rename a group, simply tap on it and select Rename. This will prompt you to choose a new name for your group. Just type in the name that you want, and you should be good to go. 

How Many Layers Can You Group at A Time?

While only one Primary layer can be active at any given moment, you can choose and group together as many Secondary layers as you want. The maximum number of layers in a Procreate document is determined by the document’s size. Your document could have up to 400 layers depending on the device you’re using and the resolution you’re working in.

Why is it Important to Use Layers in Procreate?

When you use layers while creating digital art, you can arrange visual components on top of one another and draw items that overlap without affecting earlier work. You can, for example, sketch on one layer while merging one piece of art onto another.

Drawing on layers also allows you to easily adjust the composition. If you don’t like the positioning of an item, you can quickly change it by working above or behind the layer.

Furthermore, you have full creative power over object movement, editing, recoloring, and deletion. Because objects on multiple layers can be handled separately, artists commonly draw distinct sections, lines, and colors on separate layers.

Final Thoughts

You should now be able to group and ungroup layers in Procreate with ease. Grouping is a helpful tool in Procreate since it allows you to keep layers organized while you’re creating. However, there may be times when you do not need elements to be grouped together. While the process isn’t perfect, these two simple actions should have your layers ungrouped in no time.

An Apple pencil is the most popular stylus to use with the Procreate app. But issues might still come up as you’re using it. Fortunately, there are multiple different ways to troubleshoot the pencil and the device to get it working properly again.

The following article is a step-by-step guide on how to fix an Apple pencil that isn’t working. It also includes some information that is good to know when it comes to using an Apple pencil and Procreate. If none of the solutions described work, then restarting is a final option. 

Make Sure Your Devices Are Charged

The best way to fix an Apple pencil is to make sure it’s charged, then unpair and pair it again. This will fix most of the issues that come up, but if it doesn’t, then there might be other issues with the pencil or the device itself.

Most issues occur with your Apple pencil because it isn’t charged enough. There also might be problems if the device you are using Procreate on isn’t fully charged. The easiest way to avoid this is to make sure both devices are charged while you are using them.

All you need to do to charge your device is plug it into its respective charger. As long as it’s more than 20% charged, there should be no issues with your device. If your device is charged enough, then the next step is to make sure that your Apple pencil is fully charged.

To check the battery level on your pencil, swipe left to right on your device to open the menu that will show you. A circle with some green will appear, and the larger the portion of green light that’s on the circle, the more charged your Apple pencil is. If the amount of green is getting low, then it’s time to charge your Apple pencil for a bit.

Un-Pair and Re-Pair Apple Pencil

Un-Pairing and Re-Pairing your Apple pencil is essentially turning it off and on again. It will allow the pencil to troubleshoot itself and resolve the majority of issues that come up.

To unpair your Apple pencil, go to the Settings app and select the Bluetooth tab to bring up the devices you have connected. Under the “My Devices” section tap on the “i” icon to the right of your Apple pencil device to bring up its information. Next, tap forget to unpair the pencil from your device.

Wait a few seconds before you repair the Apple pencil. To repair it, connect the pencil to your device with the pencil’s charging cord, and plug the other end into your device’s charging port. Go back to the Bluetooth settings, and select the “Pair” option that appears next to the pencil.

Bluetooth Connection Issues

If your Apple pencil won’t pair with your device, then there might be an issue with the Bluetooth connectivity. There are multiple reasons why these issues might be occurring, but they all have simple solutions.  

The first thing you should do is make sure Bluetooth is on, your Apple pencil won’t connect otherwise. To turn Bluetooth on, go to the Settings app and locate the Bluetooth option. Once you select it, toggle the switch to turn it green and turn Bluetooth on.

Another way to turn Bluetooth on is to swipe up on your screen and turn on the Bluetooth symbol that appears. It looks like a capital letter “B”, only with sharper corners.

If your Apple pencil still won’t connect, then there might be another problem that needs to be addressed by a professional.

Issues With The Pencil

There might be some issues with the Apple pencil itself if it won’t work on Procreate. For example, if the cap is too loose or tight or the tip is dirty, then it might be unable to connect to the screen and work properly.

Common problems with the Apple pencil are a cap that’s too loose or tight, or a dirty contact tip. Apple pencils have a twistable black cap on the writing end of it to keep the tip inside, as well as the inner workings that connect it to your device.

If the cap is too tight, then the pencil might have trouble connecting to the screen and not work properly in Procreate. This same problem can occur if the cap is too loose. To avoid these issues, it’s recommended to make sure the pencil cap is screwed on tight enough that it isn’t sliding around. But make sure it’s not so tight that it’s difficult to unscrew.

If the cap isn’t the issue, then a dirty pencil connection tip might. Your Apple pencil heavily relies on being able to draw in Procreate via the tip, since it directly connects to your device’s screen. Dirt and dust can get into the tip and block it from connecting to the screen, resulting in the pencil not working properly.

To fix this issue, clean the Apple pencil by removing the cap and rubbing it down with a disinfecting wipe. You can also use the thin point of a needle to get dirt out of the cracks and thinner areas of the pencil. 

If your Apple pencil is still not working properly after doing the steps described above, then it’s recommended to take it in to a professional, or consider purchasing a new one, since there might be a larger issue occurring.

Can You Use More Than One Apple Pencil in Procreate?

You cannot use more than one Apple pencil in Procreate. Once another Apple pencil is paired with the Procreate app, it overrides the original paired pencil. You can pair different Apple pencils with Procreate, but you can only use one at a time.

You can also use the same Apple pencil with multiple different devices and transfer the pencil between two different devices, as long as both are connected simultaneously. 

Do All Apple Pencils Work With Procreate?

An Apple pencil will work with Procreate as long as the device is the same model as the pencil. For example, a model 2 Apple pencil will not work with any iPad but a Pro model.

You can see what model your Apple pencil is with the following steps:

• Pair the pencil with your iPad
• Go to the settings app
• Go to general and then About, and scroll to about Apple pencil
• You will see the model number of your Apple pencil

If the Apple pencil model and the iPad model match up, then the pencil will work with Procreate.

Final Thoughts

If your Apple pencil is still having issues after trying all of the solutions above, then there might be another issue occurring with the pencil or your device. It’s recommended to take the devices into a professional so the issue can be resolved.

If you are new to selling on Etsy, it’s crucial to provide clear, professional-looking images of the products you’re selling. However, this is easier said than done. So, what should you do if your photos appear blurry after being uploaded to Etsy?

Blurry photos on Etsy often have to do with the size of the image that is uploaded. It is recommended that listing images on Etsy be at least 2000 pixels wide and no larger than 1MB in file size.

Because high-quality photographs are essential on Etsy, you must understand how to make them stand out. After putting in so much effort to create your product, you don’t want to let it down with blurry images that don’t convert. In this guide, we’ll show you how to fix blurry photos and offer some tips for making stunning Etsy shop photographs.

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How To Fix Burry Etsy Photos the Easy Way

The main cause of blurry photos on Etsy has to do with the photo’s size.

Your photos should be small enough in file size to load efficiently on the web. When you upload photos to Etsy, they are compressed and converted to jpg format for more efficiency.  If you are using extremely high-resolution files or formats other than jpg, you going to notice a difference in quality once the photo is uploaded.

A decent rule of thumb is to keep the photos at 1MB or less, and always save your photographs in jpeg. If necessary, you can reduce the quality of the jpeg to 80 percent without losing quality.

» MORE: Etsy Shop Banner Not Working? Here’s What to Do

What Size and Ratio Should Etsy Listing Photos Be?

The ideal image size for listings is 2000px on the shortest side, with a resolution of 72PPI. Images more than 1MB in file size may fail to upload, especially if your internet connection is slow.

When it comes to image orientation, the best options are landscape (horizontal) or square. This guarantees that the image’s focal point appears in the cropped thumbnail views. The shape of the photographs that follow is likewise determined by the first listing photo. Uploading the same shape photos for all listing photos will result in a more seamless browsing experience.

» MORE: Why Won’t Etsy Upload Your Profile Picture?

Where Can You Make and Edit Listing Photos for Etsy?

Using Photoshop or similar graphic design software is a great way to resize and edit your images for Etsy. You can also use websites to make your Etsy listing photos. Some of these sites include:

• Placeit.net (our #1 pick because its commercially usable)
• Canva
• Picmonkey
• Pixlr
• Photopea

To do this, simply make a new design that is 3000px wide and 2250px height, then download it as a jpg. Remember, if you upload an image that is less than 2000 pixels wide, Etsy will notify you that the image would look better if it was at least 2000 pixels wide.

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Tips to Make Your Photos Stand Out on Etsy

Subpar product photography, whether it’s dark, blurry, overexposed, or overcrowded can have a detrimental influence on your online sales. In fact, many customers consider it to be the most essential consideration in their purchasing decision, even more important than shipping costs, user ratings, or price. This is why it’s important to invest time into not only styling but editing and uploading your photos onto your Etsy listings.

Here are a few popular strategies you may use to make your images stand out from the crowd.

Use Mockups to Style Products

Seeing your products in action is an excellent method to draw attention to your images and convert views into sales. However, not everyone has a product photography studio set up. Instead, spend some time generating mockups.

Mockups are no longer limited to being created by hand in Photoshop. With sites like Placeit, you can now quickly design mockups in seconds directly from your web browser, without any specific expertise.

Avoid Blurry Shots

If customers can’t see your goods clearly, they’re more unlikely to buy it. Out-of-focus photographs are unprofessional and can make a shopper unsure about the quality of the item they’re purchasing.

First off, try stabilizing your camera by using a tripod or a stack of books to help to improve the sharpness of your images.

It’s also a good idea to experiment with your camera’s focus settings. Holding the shutter button halfway down on most digital cameras signals the camera to set a new focal point. Similarly, many smartphones allow you to tap the screen in the region where you want the camera to focus before taking a picture.

Create a Variety of Images

One well-taken photo isn’t often going to cut it. Your customers want to know exactly what they are getting before they purchase it. To help with this, make sure to take a variety of photos from different angles.

Selling t-shirts? Provide photos showing the front and back of the shirt, along with details of the design. If you can, show someone modeling the shirt, so that customers can get a feel for how it will lay and fall on their body.

Keep a Consistent Theme

It’s a good idea to use a consistent first photo style for each product in your shop to create a unified look. This helps to define your style and brand.

Consider how Etsy accomplishes this by implementing an orange and white color scheme throughout the site. You can see their branding no matter where you end up on the website.

Your Etsy shop should have the same tone. Whether you utilize the same background for each shot or design a theme for your photos, ensure that each first photo has a consistent look and feel that represents your business.

» MORE: Why Is Your Etsy Banner Blurry or Fuzzy?

Final Thoughts

You should now have the skills and knowledge to generate great, eye-catching listing photos. Having blurry photographs can hurt your shop’s success. Fortunately, this is generally a simple fix.

You don’t have to be a professional photographer or have access to a studio to get amazing product shots. You can set up product photography at home and edit the images using a variety of online resources available to you. Some of the top sellers on Etsy are now using product mockups to show their products rather then hiring professional photographers.

There are multiple different types of brushes available on Procreate, but they can sometimes have issues with not showing up. You also might run into issues where you can’t import a brush you want to use, or the brush looks odd when you use it. Fortunately, there are multiple solutions you can try to get them working again.

The best way to fix brushes on Procreate is to reset the brushes or to reset the app itself. If other issues are occurring, such as brushes won’t import or they appear odd, then you will have to do some extra steps.

The following article is a step-by-step guide on how to fix Procreate brushes.

Reset The Brushes

You can only reset your Procreate brushes one at a time, there isn’t an option to do them all at once. The best way to fix your brushes not showing up in Procreate are:

1. Open the Procreate brush library
2. Find the brush you want to reset, and swipe left on it
3. A menu with three options, “Share”, “Duplicate” and “Reset” will appear
4. Select the “Reset” option
5. Give your brush a try to see if it worked

Resetting the brushes is the easiest way to solve most of the issues that come up. The only brushes that can be restarted are the app’s default brushes, not any that are imported or custom. But there are ways to troubleshoot any custom or imported brushes.

A good way to avoid having brush issues is to reset them after you’ve adjusted the brushes. For this method, you will have to open the Brush Studio menu. There are two ways to do this; the first one is to tap on the brush you’re already using. The second method is to tap the brush icon on the screen, then tap the plus sign on the top right.

Once you’ve entered the brush studio, select the brush you want to adjust and configure the settings until you’re done. You can then select the reset button, and your brushes should start working after that.

How To Troubleshoot Imported or Custom Brushes

If an imported or custom brush is having issues, then there is a way to troubleshoot and reset them. But, since these brushes are not default in Procreate, troubleshooting them requires a few more steps.

The steps to troubleshoot an imported or custom brush include:

1. Click on the brush itself to open up its settings
2. Scroll down to the bottom until you see the “About This Brush” option and select it
3. Choose the “create a new reset point” option that appears on the screen

The last action will reset your brush back to the original settings you had it at when it was first imported or created, essentially resetting it. 

Unfortunately, in order to be able to reset imported or created brushes, you will have to create a reset point from the start. When you add the new brush, save it to your library to create a reset point. The date you last saved the brush will appear in its settings, and this will become its reset point.

Resetting the brush every few months or so will ensure that it doesn’t lose its original settings, and that you can keep on resetting it as needed.

What To Do If Brushes Won’t Import

Another reason that brushes aren’t showing up is because they aren’t being imported properly. There are multiple reasons why this could be happening. Fortunately, though all of these problems have easy solutions.

The main reason why brushes won’t import is because the Procreate app doesn’t recognize the brush set file. The first thing you should do is make sure that you aren’t importing the file from the Procreate gallery. You can only install brush sets by opening the file with the files app that’s already installed on your device.

If you are installing the file correctly, then another solution is to transfer the brushes into Procreate with the file itself. To do so, tap and hold the brush set file until the options menu appears. There will be a “share” option that you can click on, and the “More” button will appear as three small dots.

Select the more option, and then click on the ‘Open in Procreate” tap. This should transfer the brush file into the Procreate app, and the brushes should show up now.

Can I See All of My Brushes on Multiple Devices?

If you are using the same Apple ID or login information across multiple devices, you will be able to access all of your brushes. The Procreate app can run on app to five devices at one time, as long as they are all synced up.

The steps to syncing up the Procreate app on multiple devices are:

1. Go into the settings app
2. Find Procreate and scroll down to the Drag and Export option
3. Set the Procreate file format as the default under Preferred File Format

This will ensure the procreate files will save across all devices.

Another way to see all of your brushes on multiple devices is with the iCloud storage system. The steps to set it up are as follows:

1. Open the settings app
2. Tap on your name at the top of the screen
3. Turn on the toggle switch next to the Procreate app
4. Repeat this process on up to five devices

Since brushes are stored on your account, you will be able to find them as long as the app is synced with the other devices or with the iCloud system.

Can I Transfer Brushes to A Different Account or Device?

You can also transfer brushes from a different account or device onto another one by exporting them.

The steps to export one brush are:

1. Swipe left on the brush
2. Click the share button
3. Select the account you want to share to

You can also export multiple brushes at once by double tapping on the folder name, and following the steps described above.

Make sure you’re using the same Apple ID or login information across both devices to make the transfer process easier.

Final Thoughts

Procreate brushes can be tricky. If you notice your brushes aren’t showing up, it could be because of a hardware issue or a glitch in the app

There are few things worse in graphic design than putting a ton of time and effort into an image only to have it come out wrong when you go to export it. It’s most annoying when it’s something as simple as the pixel size. So what exactly do you do when the image you exported from Illustrator is coming out at the wrong pixel size?

If Illustrator is exporting at the wrong pixel size you should first check that the pixel values are set to whole numbers. The values for both the X and Y-axis can be changed by clicking on them in the toolbar and manually editing them. If they are already whole numbers you must troubleshoot. 

If you’re having trouble getting Illustrator to export your images at the right pixel size, you’ve come to the right place. In the sections below, we will review the most common problems people run into with pixel size as well as what you can do about them. So let’s see if we can get your image back to its appropriate size and dive right in!

Why Doesn’t My Pixel Size Match My Artboard Size in Illustrator?

It doesn’t seem to make a whole lot of sense. You would think that if your image was one size in Illustrator it would be the same size once you export it. Right? So what are some reasons why your pixel size could be so thrown off?

The pixel size doesn’t always match because the size of the image in illustrator is simply the size it had before you did anything to change it. By running it through illustrator, you make subtle changes to it based on how it’s positioned, what all is on your artboard, and the settings you have for the X and Y axis.

Specifically, most people run into trouble because somewhere between finding/creating the unedited image and exporting it from illustrator, they accidentally made subtle changes to it. The most common of these changes is inadvertently adding one extra pixel to the image. Next, we’ll talk about why that happens and what exactly you can do about it. 

Why Does Illustrator Export an Extra Pixel?

The most common pixel problem people run into when trying to export their images is that Illustrator adds an extra pixel to each dimension or at least one of them. In other words, the exported image ends up being a pixel or so larger than you expected or wanted. Why exactly does this happen?

Illustrator adds an extra pixel when the artboard is positioned on a non round number on the X or Y-axis. Illustrator will round up to the nearest whole number, thus giving you an extra pixel on each dimension that was not already a whole number. 

Additionally, the size of the canvas can also create problems with your pixel count. It too will round to the next whole number if it’s not already set at one. 

How Do I Export Exact Pixel Size in Illustrator?

If an extra pixel is the problem that led you to this page, there are two super-fast, super-easy fixes that can address the problem. The one/ones you use will largely be determined by where the problem lies in your own individual project. Fortunately, the problem is as easy to identify as it is to fix. 

Below, we’ve outlined the steps you should take if Illustrator is exporting your images with an extra pixel:

• Figure out where the problem lies: The first thing you want to do is identify where the problem is coming from. Is it your pixel values or is it the size of the canvas? Keep in mind that it could be both. To check, simply look at the toolbar where the values are laid out (top, center of the screen). Whichever are set to decimal points need to change.   
• Change the pixel values to whole numbers: If you noticed the pixel size is set to something like 100.35 on the X-axis, you simply need to delete the .35 and make it a round 100. The same is true of the Y value. Delete whatever decimal comes after the whole number. Now when you export you should get the right pixel count. 
• Change the canvas values to whole numbers: If your pixels were fine or they didn’t fix the problem, now you should turn your attention to the canvas values. Again, you simply need to delete whatever decimals that come after the main values. Once you have done this, everything should export properly. 

It’s as simple as that. Now that all of your values are set to whole numbers, you should be able to export and get the pixel count you’re supposed to get. 

What Should You Do With Your Pixel Perfect Images?

Once you have your image created exactly the way that you want it, you should consider using a service like Placeit to put it to use. With Placeit you can use your pixel-perfect image to create designs, logos, and even clothing products. Placeit truly makes for a great companion piece of software with Illustrator.  

So Really, How Do I Fix Illustrator Exporting at Wrong Pixel Size?

To review, if Illustrator is exporting your images at the wrong size, one of two issues are likely behind it. Either your pixel values are not set at whole numbers and thus Illustrator is rounding up to the next whole number, or your canvas values are set at decimal places and the same thing is happening. Whichever the case may be for you, it will cause you to have extra pixels. 

Fixing this problem is quite simple and only takes a few moments. Basically, you just need to delete whatever decimal points are on either your pixel values or your canvas. When you do that, Illustrator should export your work exactly the way you intend for it to. Now you should be all set to export your next big project!

When exporting Illustrator files as PNGs, sometimes the file doesn’t export in the way that we expected. If you’re getting your files ready for print, there are certain settings that need to be in place in order to get the result that you want. But what happens when your PNG is exported with bleed and that wasn’t your intention?

As a general rule, PNG files in Illustrator are automatically exported without bleed. However, if the artboard is set up with bleed in mind, or extending past the printing bounding box, then the file has the possibility of exporting with bleed.

It can be frustrating to work on an image or graphic and not have it export in the way you intend it to. Read on to learn how to make sure your PNG files exports without bleed in Illustrator.

» MORE: How Big Should a Bleed Area Be for Printing?

What Is Bleed in Illustrator?

Bleed is a highly essential term in the printing business that deals with the edges of paper and how it is printed or cut. It is the amount of artwork that extends beyond the printing bounding box. Essentially, bleeds allow you to run your artwork or image to the edge of a page.

This can be used as a margin of error in your artwork to guarantee that the ink is still printed to the edge of the page after the page is cut.

Bleed vs No Bleed

Because printers effectively take each sheet of paper by the edges and pass it through the printer, no printer can print all the way to the material’s outside edge.

When it comes to printing, there are numerous options for dealing with bleed.

The first is to simply leave an acceptable margin around the borders of the item you’re printing to allow for printing and cutting errors. This is what is called no bleed. The background elements or images do not extend beyond the edges of a page, creating a margin that surrounds the final printed document.

Bleed, on the other hand, extends images past the edges of the printing bounding box.

» MORE: How Large Can You Print a 96 DPI File?

How Can You Export Illustrator PNGs Without Bleed?

The easiest way to make sure your file exports without bleed is to have the artboard set up with no bleed. In other words, make sure your images and graphics do not extend beyond the edge of the artboard.

Below, you’ll find a quick breakdown of how you can accomplish this with new and existing documents.

How to Create a New Document in Adobe Illustrator without Bleeds

Open Adobe Illustrator, go to the toolbar and pick File > New. A new document interface will be shown. Next, you’ll want to select More Settings. This gives you greater flexibility over how your content is formatted. With the More Settings tab open, begin by naming and sizing the project.

After you’ve chosen your basic document settings, you’ll move on to the bleed part of your document. Make certain that the link icon to the right of the bleed settings is chosen. This will maintain the same bleed on all sides of your document. Because your goal is to export a document without bleed, you’ll want to set each amount to 0.

After you’ve determined your bleed, click Create Document. This will open your Adobe Illustrator artboard with the document and bleed size you’ve chosen. When designing artwork with no bleed, make sure to keep your background colors within the artboard’s borders.

How to Remove a Bleed from an Existing Artwork in Illustrator

If you’ve already developed artwork and discovered you need to make sure there’s no bleed, don’t fret. It’s simple to add and remove bleed from an existing artboard in Adobe Illustrator.

To begin, open the file to which you want to remove a bleed. Select Document Setup from the File menu in the toolbar. This will bring up the Document Set Up menu.

In the bleed tab, enter 0 to indicate that your document has no bleed. To make all sides of your bleed the same, make sure the link icon is chosen. After you’ve entered your bleeds, click OK. The Document Setup menu will disappear, and your document will now be without bleeds.

Exporting a PNG File with No Bleed

Now that you’ve designed artwork with no bleed, now it’s time to save it. One catch, however, is that you won’t see the PNG format if you pick Save As or Save a Copy. Instead, you’ll actually need to export it rather than save it.

To export a file, select File>Export>Export As. Then choose your file location and name. In the format dropdown box, make sure to select PNG. You’ll now have a PNG file wherever you saved it on your computer.

» MORE: What Should Your Default Illustrator Color Setting Be?

Final Thoughts

Hopefully, this post has assisted you in resolving your image saving issue in Illustrator. You now know how to export a PNG file without bleeds. Keep in mind that it’s Export As, not Save As. Another important thing to remember is to keep your graphics and photos within the boundaries of the artboard, so they aren’t lost when printing. 

Besides coming up with a catchy title, a great thumbnail also helps capture your audience’s attention on YouTube. However, there are times when we upload a thumbnail that is not working as well as we thought, and changing it is the only way forward. With that said, how long does it take YouTube to change a thumbnail?

On average, it takes around 10 seconds for a new thumbnail to update on YouTube. If you are not seeing the changes on YouTube, try refreshing your browser and clearing your browser’s cache.

Keep reading to find answers to the most common YouTube thumbnail related questions.

» MORE: Can You Use Logos in Your YouTube Thumbnails?

How Long Does a Thumbnail Change Take in YouTube?

Whether you’re trying to update your older YouTube content or your thumbnail is underperforming, a thumbnail change is a smart move to try and get more traffic to your videos. Keep in mind that average YouTube users don’t click on videos based on the title alone, but they’re more likely to click on a video with a catchy thumbnail.

Changing a thumbnail can be done through the YouTube Studio, and it should take less than 10 seconds after saving for these changes to be visible on YouTube. Even so, sometimes the changes are not as instant, and if this is the case, you should try the following troubleshooting methods:

• Refresh YouTube – Typically a page refresh will show the new updates thumbnail
• Clear your browser’s cache – If the change is still not showing, you may need to clear your browser’s cache

» MORE: Are All YouTube Thumbnails Copyrighted?

Why is my Custom Thumbnail not Working?

Sometimes custom thumbnails don’t work on YouTube even after uploading several times. It’s frustrating after you’ve worked countless hours on a thumbnail. When this happens, be sure to do the following:

• Check whether you have the right size – YouTube thumbnail size matters, and it might be the reason behind the problem
• Clear browser’s cache – This will help to refresh the page and allow you to upload a fresh one
• Try a different device – If you’re uploading through a YouTube app, try using a PC and a Chrome web browser

» MORE: How To Make a Custom YouTube Thumbnail [YouTube Tutorial]

What is the Best YouTube Thumbnail Size?

An ideal YouTube thumbnail should be 1280×720 in size and should be in JPG, GIF, or PNG format. However, a thumbnail with a minimum of 640 pixels is acceptable. YouTube will reject anything else beyond this.

If you’re creating a thumbnail, it’s always best to adhere to these specifications. Also, it’s important to maintain the proper resolution to ensure all the crucial details in the thumbnail are visible to viewers.

How can you adjust the Thumbnail’s Size?

If you realize the thumbnail is smaller or larger than the recommended size after you’ve worked on it, there are some strategies you can use to resize it. They include:

• Using a YouTube Thumbnail Template – This is our go-to method, and we recommend Placeit.net
• Using Photoshop – Besides helping create thumbnails, you can use Photoshop to resize the image
• Use Microsoft Office – This application allows you to resize, rotate, and add any texture to the image. You can enter the pixels manually to get exact results
• Hire a Graphic Designer – If you’re not tech-savvy, you can get someone else to work on the thumbnail at a cost (typically about $10-$30 per thumbnail)

» MORE: Is PNG or JPEG Better for YouTube Thumbnails?

Should a YouTube Thumbnail Have Text?

Having text on a YouTube thumbnail is optional, but some believe thumbnails with text have better compared Click Through Rate. If you’re not comfortable including text, you can just use a great image.

Competition for viewers has intensified, and everyone is doing anything necessary to drive traffic to their videos. YouTube doesn’t condemn adding text if they’re not offensive, misleading, or click baits.

Conclusion

Although some rare cases might interfere with the process, thumbnail changes on YouTube take less than 10 seconds to reflect. Refreshing your browser and clearing your browser’s cache typically fix the issue instantly.

Further, as competition increases on YouTube, having great thumbnail designs is more important than ever. We use and recommend Placeit.net’s YouTube Thumbnail Templates to help you make great performing thumbnails.

Learning new things, either as a hobby or a job, can be daunting. There is a lack of patience for fear of how long it can take to learn the skill, while others are unsure where to start. For example, let’s say that someone wants to learn how to use Photoshop for the first time, but they are uncertain of the time it will take to learn the skill and where to start. So, you may be on a search engine right now, wanting to learn Photoshop, asking yourself, “How long will it take for me to learn Photoshop?”

In general, the length of time it can take to learn Photoshop varies from person to person. Depending on the time taken, each day, and the overall comprehension of Photoshop, it can take weeks, while for others, it may take months to years.

There are various instances and benefits of why someone may want to learn how to photoshop that can also determine how long it may take for someone to learn. Keep reading to learn about the different reasons and benefits of learning Photoshop.

Why Do People Use Photoshop?

There are various reasons why people take the time out to learn how to use Photoshop. In learning how to use Photoshop, there are some real benefits that come with it. Keep reading to learn the 5 main reasons people learn, and use, Photoshop.

1. Correcting Mistakes

For the photographers, mistakes can be made without you realizing it. Using Photoshop is a great way to correct those mistakes, whether it be due to lighting, getting rid of shadows, editing marks that either you or the person being photographed found to be unflattering, etc. Photoshop is a great way to fix those distracting mistakes.

For a professional photographer, depending on the time you take out of your day to learn, it can take around two months to become very familiar with Photoshop.

2. Creating Designs

If you want to sell things, such as merch, then Photoshop is a great way to express that creativity and create designs. After creating a design in Photoshop, you can use websites such as Teespring, Redbubble, Merch by Amazon, or Etsy to sell it on products.

When it comes to making designs, Photoshop has a ton of advanced features, so the possibilities are endless. However, some designers have been opting for template based graphic design tools in recent years, because they allow you to customize designs from templates, rather than creating them from scratch.

Placeit.net would be our recommendation for those interested in creating designs from templates.

3. Skill To Have For Resume

Learning how to Photoshop can be a great add-on to one’s resume because, more than ever, businesses are seeking employees who are Photoshop proficient. Obviously this depends on the industry you are working in, but it’s becoming more prevalent in marketing, advertising, and sales departments of companies.

In general, Photoshop is a pretty advanced program to learn, however once you get used to the program’s mechanics, Photoshop can be easy to use over time.

4. Freelance

Whether it be a week, month, or six months from now, once you’ve mastered the art of Photoshop, you can pick up side jobs with it. Some jobs can range from working sporadically to being hired full-time and paid at an hourly, or fixed, wage. These opportunities can lead to more long-term opportunities as well.

5. A Fun New Hobby

If you are not interested in making money from using Photoshop, then this can be a fun skill for you to learn during your free time. As a way to practice your creativity, Photoshop is a great skill to pick up just for fun. You’ll be able to edit family photos, bring ideas to life, create funny photos for gifts, and more.

Conclusion

Now that you’ve read this article, you can gauge how long it may take you, personally, to learn how to use Photoshop, as well as the main reasons you can benefit from using it.

As a reminder, for those seeking a more beginner-friendly way to create designs and edit photos, Placeit.net may be a good option to try it out. You can simply choose templates and customize them to your needs in the matter of minutes.