Renaming layers

As you add layers to an image, it's helpful to rename layers based on their content. Using descriptive layer names allows you to easily identify layers in the Layers palette.

To rename a layer or layer set:

1. Do one of the following:
• Double-click the layer or layer set's name in the Layers palette, and enter a new name.
• Press Alt (Windows) or Option (Mac OS), and double-click the layer or layer set's name in the Layers palette. Enter a new name in the Name text box, and click OK.
• (Photoshop) Select a layer or layer set, and choose Layer Properties or Layer Set Properties from the Layers menu or the Layers palette menu. Enter a new name in the Name text box, and click OK.
• (ImageReady) Select a layer or layer set, and choose Layer Options or Layer Set Options from the Layers menu or the Layers palette menu. Enter a new name in the Name text box, and click OK.
• (ImageReady) Select a layer or layer set, and choose Window > Layer Options/Style. Enter a new name in the Name text box.