ACE in Photoshop Layers & Masks

Question 1

What is the main advantage of using layers in Photoshop?

Accepted Answer

Enables non-destructive editing

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Reduces file size

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Locks all changes permanently

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Flattens the image

Question 2

How does a layer mask work in Photoshop?

Accepted Answer

Shows or hides parts of a layer using black and white

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Applies blur to the layer

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Hides the entire layer

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Adjusts hue and saturation

Question 3

What does clipping a layer to another layer do?

Accepted Answer

Limits visibility to the base layer

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Combines both layers permanently

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Masks the bottom layer

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Turns layers into Smart Objects

Question 4

What is the effect of reducing the opacity of a layer?

Accepted Answer

Increases transparency

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Adds a blur effect

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Turns the layer grayscale

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Changes the layer’s resolution

Question 5

Why would you use a vector mask instead of a pixel-based mask?

Accepted Answer

To maintain sharp edges and scalability

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To apply filters

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For blurred effects

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To flatten layers

Question 6

What does linking a layer mask to its layer do?

Accepted Answer

Keeps layer and mask aligned during movement

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Separates the mask

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Flattens the mask and layer

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Moves them independently