Simplifying type layers

Simplifying a type layer converts it to a regular, raster layer. Simplifying a type layer is necessary when you want to paint on type or apply filters to it. Once you simplify a type layer, you can no longer edit its text.

To simplify a type layer:

1 Select a type layer in the Layers palette.

2 Choose Layer > Simplify Layer.

The T icon () no longer shows in the simplified layer in the Layers palette. Instead, a thumbnail of the simplified text appears in the layer.

Using Type > Working with type layers > Simplifying type layers