How to Duplicate an Artboard in Photoshop?

You can duplicate an artboard in Photoshop using the Layers panel or the Artboard tool. Here's how:

Method 1: Using the Layers Panel

This is often the quickest method:

1. Select the artboard you want to duplicate in the Layers panel.
2. Press CMD+J (Mac) or Ctrl+J (Windows). This duplicates the selected artboard along with all its contents. A new artboard, named "Artboard Copy," will appear in the Layers panel.

Method 2: Using the Artboard Tool

This method allows for more control over the placement of the duplicate artboard:

1. Select the Artboard tool. (It's usually grouped with the Move tool in the toolbar. If you don't see it, click and hold the Move tool icon to reveal the other options.)
2. Select the artboard you want to duplicate by clicking on its name in the Layers panel or directly on the artboard in the canvas.
3. Click and drag an artboard border, and while dragging, hold the Alt (Windows) or Option (Mac) key. This will create a duplicate of the artboard as you drag. Release the mouse button to place the duplicated artboard.
4. Alternatively, click the + (plus) icon that appears when the Artboard tool is selected, around the canvas (top, bottom, left, right). This will create a new artboard with the same dimensions as the selected artboard. You will still need to copy the content manually.

Comparison Table

Method	Steps	Advantages	Disadvantages
Layers Panel (CMD/Ctrl+J)	1. Select Artboard in Layers panel. 2. Press CMD/Ctrl+J.	Fast and simple duplication of the artboard and its contents.	Less control over the placement of the duplicated artboard.
Artboard Tool (Alt/Option + Drag)	1. Select Artboard Tool. 2. Select Artboard. 3. Alt/Option + Drag border.	Allows precise control over the placement of the duplicated artboard.	Requires more manual steps.
Artboard Tool (+ Icon)	1. Select Artboard Tool. 2. Select Artboard. 3. Click + icon.	Quickly creates new artboards with the same dimensions as the selected artboard.	Only duplicates the Artboard itself, content needs to be copied over seperately.

Important Considerations:

• When duplicating an artboard, all layers and groups within that artboard are also duplicated.
• Duplicate artboards are placed in the Layers panel directly above the original.

Duplicating artboards in Photoshop is straightforward, whether you need a quick copy or more control over placement. Choose the method that best fits your workflow!