Chapter 6 & 7 : Working with Layers and Layers Style

1) Functions of Layers 

   (i)  create composite images
   (ii) create complex projects
   (iii) correct color
   (iv) add special effects
   (v) repair photos

  

2) 5 Types of Layers Merging & Flattening Layers

   (a) Normal layers          : added on top of the current layer
   (b) Adjustment layers   :  modify an image without affecting the original pixels
   (c) Layer mask              : protects area of layers
   (d) Shape layers            : contain vector shape
   (e) Type layers              : contain text elements

 3) Merging & Flattening Layers 

      Merging            -  combining two or more layers

      Flattening         - merges all layers in a document with the purpose of optimizing the file size

      Linked layers   - move together as one unit

      

4) Layers Style

            Layer styles add special effects to an image

            Several options are available for different layer styles