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How Do I Add Actions to Photoshop CC?

Last updated on September 24, 2022 @ 2:41 pm

You can record actions, or create them using the Action Builder, and then add them to Photoshop CC.

Recording actions
You can record your own actions, or download premade actions, and then add them to Photoshop CC. To record an action, open the Actions panel (Window > Actions), and click the Create new action button . In the New Action dialog box, enter a name and description for the action, and then click the Record button .

Now, perform the steps you want to record. When you’re finished recording, click the Stop Playing/Recording button in the Actions panel.

PRO TIP: Adding actions to Photoshop CC can be done by opening the actions panel, clicking on the ‘Create new action’ icon, and then recording the desired steps. However, it is important to note that not all steps can be recorded and some may need to be added manually. Additionally, certain Photoshop features may not work properly when recording actions. Therefore, it is advised to test the recorded action on a separate image before using it on important projects.

Creating actions with the Action Builder
The Action Builder is a visual way to create actions. It’s especially useful if you want to create an action that doesn’t have a straightforward set of steps to follow.

To open the Action Builder, click Window > Workspace > Default workspace > Creative Cloud Libraries panel > Library Options menu > Manage Libraries. In the Libraries window that opens, click + New Library, and then click OK.

In the New Library dialog box that opens, name your library, and then click Create. In the next dialog box that opens, select Action from the Library Type drop-down menu, and then click OK. This creates a new action library in your Creative Cloud Libraries panel.

To add an action to your library, drag it from the Actions panel into your library in the Creative Cloud Libraries panel.

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