# PhotoshopElements

# Duplicate one or more layers in another image

You can take any layer, including the Background layer, from one image and duplicate it in another. Keep in mind that the pixel dimensions of the destination image determine how large the printed copy of the duplicated layer can be. Also, if the pixel dimensions of the two images are not the same, the duplicated layer may appear smaller or larger than you’d expect.

1. Open the source image. If you plan to copy a layer to an existing image rather than a new one, open the destination image as well.
2. In the source image’s Layers palette, select the name of the layer or layers you want to duplicate. To select more than one layer, hold down the Command key and click each layer’s name.
3. Choose Layer > Duplicate Layer, or choose Duplicate Layer from the More menu in the Layers palette.
4. Type a name for the duplicate layer in the Duplicate Layer dialog box, and choose a destination document for the layer, and then click OK:

   - To duplicate the layer in an existing image, choose a filename from the Document pop‑up menu.

   - To create a new document for the layer, choose New from the Document menu, and enter a name for the new file. An image created by duplicating a layer has no background.

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- Understanding layers
- About image size and resolution

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