Using vector smart objects in Photoshop allows you to work with vector graphics non-destructively, maintaining their crispness and editability even when resized or transformed. Here's how:
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Copy the vector graphic: From a vector editing program like Illustrator, select the desired vector object and copy it (Ctrl/Cmd + C).
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Paste into Photoshop as a Smart Object: In Photoshop, paste the copied vector (Ctrl/Cmd + V). When prompted, choose "Smart Object" as the pasting option. This embeds the vector data within Photoshop.
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Transform and Resize: You can now freely resize, rotate, skew, or otherwise transform the smart object without losing quality. Photoshop preserves the original vector information.
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Edit the Vector: To edit the vector artwork, double-click on the smart object's layer thumbnail. This opens the vector in its original application (e.g., Illustrator). Make your changes, save the file, and the smart object in Photoshop will automatically update.
In summary, vector smart objects enable seamless integration of vector graphics into Photoshop, ensuring scalability and non-destructive editing workflows.
