The Essential Process Open the image Evaluate the image Editing and Correction Save the image Purpose the Image Steps for Purposing Keep the Process in Mind Concepts of a Layer-Based Work Flow What Is a Layer? The Logic of Layers Create a Layer for Every Change Focus Application of Change by Controlling Active Layers Selectively Hide and Reveal Layer Content Layer Visibility Layer Opacity Layer Modes Layer Masking Layer Blending Organize Layers to Keep Your Sanity Claus Arrange Content Hierarchy Naming Layers Group Layers Linked Layers Merge Layers for Image Efficiency Use Smart Objects for Productivity and Consistency Use Layer Comps for Previews and Versioning Getting Started Creating Layers: An Exercise Summary