Photoshop is a powerful and versatile tool that allows you to create, edit, and enhance your images. With the numerous options and capabilities that it offers, managing your projects can sometimes be overwhelming. One essential skill that any Photoshop user should have is the ability to delete photos that are no longer needed or wanted. In this article, we will guide you through a step-by-step process on how to delete photos from Photoshop.

Step 1: Open Photoshop

Start by opening the Adobe Photoshop application on your computer. If you haven’t already installed it, you can download it from the official website and follow the instructions for installation.

Step 2: Open Your Project

Open the project containing the photo you want to delete by clicking on the “File” menu at the top-left corner of your screen and then selecting “Open.” Locate and select your project file in the dialog box that appears, then click “Open.”

Step 3: Locate the Photo Layer

Your open project will likely contain multiple layers. Each layer holds different elements of your design or image, including text, images, and shapes. To delete a photo, you need first to identify its layer.

In the Layers panel, typically located at the bottom-right corner of your screen, scroll through all layers until you find the one containing your unwanted photo. The layer thumbnail should show a mini preview of the image in question.

Step 4: Select and Delete Layer

Once you’ve located the layer with the photo you want to delete, click on it to select it. To eliminate this layer, drag it onto the trash bin icon located at the bottom-right corner of the Layers panel or press Delete/Backspace on your keyboard.

Note: Deleting a layer is permanent and cannot be undone once you save your project file again. So if you are unsure whether you may need this photo later, it’s a good idea to create a backup or duplicate of your project before deleting anything.

Step 5: Save Your Project

After successfully deleting the photo from your project, click “File” in the upper-left corner of your screen and then click “Save” from the dropdown menu. If you’re working with a .psd file (Photoshop’s default format), saving the file will store all changes made in your project, including the deletion of the photo.

You can also choose the “Save As” option if you want to save your changes under a new file name. This way, you can preserve the original project file as well.

In conclusion, deleting photos from Photoshop is a simple process that requires identifying and selecting the layer containing the unwanted image before finally deleting it. Make sure you save your work after completing this process to ensure that your changes are retained. With these steps, managing your projects in Photoshop becomes easier as you maintain control over their contents and can remove any unnecessary elements as needed.