Dec 02 2008
Smart Objects and Smart Filters: Maybe smarter than you think
Photoshop’s “Smart Object” and “Smart Filter” options provide the ultimate in flexibility: in essence, you store an unchanged version of the pixel or vector data in the pantry (embedded in the file), and Photoshop can always use that information as a fresh starting point for edits and transforms. You can designate any layer as a Smart Object via the Layers Panel menu, and when you import pixel or vector content by choosing File>Place, it’s automatically earmarked as a Smart Object.
Additionally, you can use Filter>Convert for Smart Filters to use the Smart Object approach while you apply endless filters to transmogrify a layer (and not always for the better). Continue Reading »
