<a name="1000651"> </a>Dynamic plug-ins are a category of floating layers that let you apply effects to an image. They are called "dynamic" because you can modify the effect any number of times without damaging the source image.
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<a name="998929"> </a>Each dynamic plug-in provides new capabilities for manipulating images. The function and behavior of dynamic plug-ins falls into three major categories. Dynamic plug-ins can:
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<li class="SmartList1"><a name="998930"> </a>Create a new layer</li>
<li class="SmartList1"><a name="998931"> </a>Alter an existing layer</li>
<a name="1000879"> </a><i>The Liquid Metal dynamic plug-in lets you paint with either metal or liquid.
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<a name="1000668"> </a>When you save the file in RIF format, the dynamic layer retains its dynamic nature. Any time you open the file, you can adjust the effect.