What are the steps in opening an existing Photoshop document?

Opening an existing Photoshop document is straightforward, and there are a few ways you can achieve this.

Methods to Open a Photoshop Document

Here are the common methods for opening an existing Photoshop document:

Method 1: Using the File Menu

1. Choose File > Open: Start by clicking on the "File" menu located at the top of the Photoshop interface. Then, select "Open" from the dropdown menu.
2. Locate and select the file: A file explorer window will open. Navigate to the folder where your Photoshop document is saved. Select the desired file (typically with a .psd or .psb extension).
3. Click "Open": Finally, click the "Open" button in the file explorer window. Your document will now open in Photoshop.

Method 2: Using the Open Drop-Down

1. Click the Open drop-down: Locate the "Open" drop-down menu, which is typically located above the toolbox in Photoshop.
2. Select a recently opened file: This menu displays a list of recently opened files. Click on the file you want to open from the list.
3. Document Opens: Your chosen document will immediately open in Photoshop.

Method 3: Drag and Drop

1. Locate the file: Open the folder containing your Photoshop document on your computer.
2. Drag the image: Click and drag the file directly from the folder.
3. Drop into the editor: Release the file into the Photoshop editor window. Your image will open.

Summary Table

Method	Steps
File Menu	1. File > Open 2. Locate file 3. Click Open
Open Drop-Down	1. Click the Open drop-down 2. Select the desired file
Drag and Drop	1. Locate the file 2. Drag the file from the folder and drop into the editor

Practical Tips

• Make sure your file is saved in a Photoshop-compatible format, such as .psd, .psb, .tiff, or .jpg.
• If you are having trouble locating your file, use your computer's search feature to find it by name.