The question seems to be asking how to save an image as a PNG in Photoshop, rather than select an already existing PNG. Therefore, the answer below will focus on saving an image as a PNG in Photoshop. If you actually want to "select" a PNG that is already open, simply click on the layer in the Layers panel, or use the Move Tool (V) to click on the image in the canvas.
Here's how to save your work as a PNG in Photoshop:
- Go to File > Save As... This will open the "Save As" dialog box.
- Choose a Location: Select the folder where you want to save your PNG image.
- Name Your File: Give your file a descriptive name in the "File name" field.
- Select PNG as the Format: In the "Format" drop-down menu, choose "PNG (*.PNG)".
- Click Save: Click the "Save" button.
- PNG Options: A PNG Options dialog box will appear. Choose your desired interlace options (usually "None" is fine) and click "OK."
Key Considerations for Saving as PNG:
- Transparency: PNG is excellent for preserving transparency in your images. If your image has transparent areas, saving as PNG will ensure they remain transparent.
- Lossless Compression: PNG uses lossless compression, meaning no image data is lost during compression. This makes it ideal for images with sharp lines, text, and graphics.
- File Size: PNG files can sometimes be larger than JPEG files, especially for photographs. However, the higher quality and ability to handle transparency often outweigh the larger file size.
Alternatives:
If you did mean how to select an existing PNG that you already have open in Photoshop:
- Layers Panel: Ensure the Layers Panel is visible (Window > Layers). Simply click the layer corresponding to the PNG you want to select.
- Move Tool: Activate the Move Tool (V) and click on the part of the PNG image on the canvas that you want to select/move. Make sure "Auto-Select Layer" is enabled in the Options bar at the top of the screen for easy selection by clicking on the image.
- Selection Tools: For more complex selections, you can use various selection tools (Lasso, Magic Wand, Marquee, etc.) to select specific areas of the PNG.
