This is the optional guide which supports session 9 of Celia Henderson's What Why How / Menus and Panels Photoshop workshops.
It is a detailed guide on the tools & features which Celia covers in the session and can be downloaded to be kept/printed, etc. It is yours to keep.
I will guarantee you enjoy these hand outs - I will refund you if you do not!
It sounds like the simplest thing in the world, saving a file, but Photoshop gives us so many options it can actually be quite baffling! Do you Save As, Export As or use the Legacy tools?
In Week 9, Celia takes us back to the File Menu to demystify the crucial final steps of your workflow. This isn't just about hitting Ctrl+S, it is about knowing how to save your images so they look perfect, whether you are printing them or posting them to Instagram.
This 16-page companion guide is your essential desk-side reference. It cuts through the jargon of file formats and explains exactly why you should use specific export settings.
Inside this 16-page guide, you will discover:
Save As vs Export As: Finally understand the difference. Learn when to use Save As to keep your layers and when to use Export As to create flattened files like JPEGs or PNGs.
Perfect Web Images: Master the Export As panel to control size, quality and metadata. Celia also explains why the Legacy Save for Web tool is still superior for creating GIFs.
Quick Borders: A fantastic recipe for adding a canvas border to your image instantly during the export process.
Place Embedded vs Open: Discover why placing a file (like a texture) as an Embedded Smart Object is often better than just opening it. This allows for non-destructive resizing and editing without altering your original file.
Export Preferences: How to set up your default export settings to save you clicking through menus every single time.
Whether you are finishing a competition entry or just want to speed up your workflow, this guide ensures your final files are exactly what you need them to be.
This does not include access to the recording for this series. The link to join that is below:
https://www.camversation.co.uk/event-details/photoshop-unlocked-the-hidden-power-of-menus-panels-celia-henderson-2026-01-12-13-00
