Why would I use the rasterize command?

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Feb 26, 2007
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This may seem like a dim question but here goes- I am using Photoshop Version 7

Say I need to create a basic logo comprising of 4 rounded rectangles, I would presumably use the rounded rectangle tool and select the shape layers option on the toolbar.

I would then go ahead and create 3 more layers to add my other 3 rounded rectangles. Now in a tutorial I have it says if I need to apply a drop shadow to each of my rectangles I would need to rasterize each shape and once rasterized I would not be able to move or resize the shape, but this does not seem to be the case, I can do all these things even if I do or don’t rasterize.

I’m confused, when would I need to use the rasterize command, it seems pointless – or have I indeed missed the point (durrrrr)

Any info greatly appreciated

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Toobi Won Kenobi
Feb 26, 2007
"samc" wrote in message
This may seem like a dim question but here goes- I am using Photoshop Version 7

Say I need to create a basic logo comprising of 4 rounded rectangles, I would presumably use the rounded rectangle tool and select the shape layers option on the toolbar.

I would then go ahead and create 3 more layers to add my other 3 rounded rectangles. Now in a tutorial I have it says if I need to apply a drop shadow to each of my rectangles I would need to rasterize each shape and once rasterized I would not be able to move or resize the shape, but this does not seem to be the case, I can do all these things even if I do or don’t rasterize.

I’m confused, when would I need to use the rasterize command, it seems pointless – or have I indeed missed the point (durrrrr)

Any info greatly appreciated
S,
If you are using shape layers, these are actually vector masks that masks a colour, pattern or other fill directly inside PS. When you apply a drop shadow, etc., you are applying a style to the layer and as such should not need rasterizing, as you have discovered.
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samc
Feb 26, 2007
On 26 Feb, 17:43, "Toobi Won Kenobi" wrote:
"samc" wrote in message

This may seem like a dim question but here goes- I am using Photoshop Version 7

Say I need to create a basic logo comprising of 4 rounded rectangles, I would presumably use the rounded rectangle tool and select the shape layers option on the toolbar.

I would then go ahead and create 3 more layers to add my other 3 rounded rectangles. Now in a tutorial I have it says if I need to apply a drop shadow to each of my rectangles I would need to rasterize each shape and once rasterized I would not be able to move or resize the shape, but this does not seem to be the case, I can do all these things even if I do or don’t rasterize.

I’m confused, when would I need to use the rasterize command, it seems pointless – or have I indeed missed the point (durrrrr)

Any info greatly appreciated

S,
If you are using shape layers, these are actually vector masks that masks a colour, pattern or other fill directly inside PS. When you apply a drop shadow, etc., you are applying a style to the layer and as such should not need rasterizing, as you have discovered.
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thank you very much for your help – I thought I was going crazy!
TW
Toobi Won Kenobi
Feb 26, 2007
"samc" wrote in message
On 26 Feb, 17:43, "Toobi Won Kenobi" wrote:
"samc" wrote in message

This may seem like a dim question but here goes- I am using Photoshop Version 7

Say I need to create a basic logo comprising of 4 rounded rectangles, I would presumably use the rounded rectangle tool and select the shape layers option on the toolbar.

I would then go ahead and create 3 more layers to add my other 3 rounded rectangles. Now in a tutorial I have it says if I need to apply a drop shadow to each of my rectangles I would need to rasterize each shape and once rasterized I would not be able to move or resize the shape, but this does not seem to be the case, I can do all these things even if I do or don’t rasterize.

I’m confused, when would I need to use the rasterize command, it seems pointless – or have I indeed missed the point (durrrrr)

Any info greatly appreciated

S,
If you are using shape layers, these are actually vector masks that masks a
colour, pattern or other fill directly inside PS. When you apply a drop shadow, etc., you are applying a style to the layer and as such should not
need rasterizing, as you have discovered.
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thank you very much for your help – I thought I was going crazy!

S,
Not going crazy, just that some tutorials can make you feel that way.;)

TWK

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