To invert a single layer in Photoshop, you can quickly use a keyboard shortcut or navigate through the menu options, as described below:
Method 1: Using the Keyboard Shortcut
- Select the Layer: First, make sure you've clicked on the layer you want to invert in the Layers panel.
- Press Command + I (Mac) or Ctrl + I (Windows): This is the quickest way to invert the layer's colors. This shortcut is confirmed by the reference.
Method 2: Using the Image Menu
- Select the Layer: As before, ensure the correct layer is active in the Layers panel.
- Go to Image Menu: Click on the "Image" menu at the top of the screen.
- Select Adjustments: Hover over "Adjustments" in the dropdown menu.
- Choose Invert: Click on "Invert" from the side menu. The colors of the selected layer will be inverted.
This method is also mentioned in the reference, stating "go to Image Adjustments Invert."
Summary
| Method | Steps |
|---|---|
| Keyboard Shortcut | Select the layer, press Command + I (Mac) or Ctrl + I (Windows) |
| Image Menu | Select the layer, go to Image > Adjustments > Invert |
No matter which method you use, make sure to always select the correct layer in the Layers panel first before trying to invert. This will ensure that you are only affecting the layer you intended to modify.
