2 Replies Latest reply: Nov 27, 2010 12:37 PM by TorQue[MoD] RSS

    Lock Layer Mask position?

    TorQue[MoD] Community Member

      Hey all.

       

      Just wondering if anyone knows how to lock a layer mask's position but still be able to move the actual layer around in case you want to re-position it?

       

      Here's what I've got.

       

      Layer 2 = Frame (Black triangular border)

      Layer 1 = Photo

       

      I want to be able to create a mask that removes anything that falls outside the frame without actually destroying the photo below it. I want to be able to re-position the photo as needed until I get it perfect without moving the mask.

       

      When I click the "Add Layer Mask" button it adds the mask to the photo layer itself so if I move the photo the mask moves with it. What I want to do is set up a mask as a separate layer and have it affect any layer below it. (Or even better - only 1 layer below it).

       

      I'm pretty sure this is possible and I think I've done it before, I just forget how.

       

      Thanks!