popcorn
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Post by popcorn on Feb 3, 2024 13:29:47 GMT
I like the fact that Tiff files are lossless, smaller, can support Levels, and can be flattened and shared without quality loss.
I am considering changing to Tiff, are there any disadvantages?
Is there a way to convert psd files to Tiff without losing the layers in the psd?
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Post by Sepiana on Feb 3, 2024 14:31:03 GMT
Is there a way to convert psd files to Tiff without losing the layers in the psd? popcorn, Both .psd and .tiff file formats let you keep layers. If you want to save a .psd file as .tiff, just do this . . . File > Save As > Save as type > TIFF |
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Post by BuckSkin on Feb 3, 2024 14:47:51 GMT
Although I have never taken the time to try it, I have often wondered whether the only difference between TIFF and PSD is the file extension.
Many non-Adobe programs recognize and can work with and save PSD.
I have never compared the "size" of identical layered files, TIFF vs PSD.
PSD will retain such things as Saved Selections, Adjustable Layers, and etc., for future manipulations; I don't know about TIFF.
Another point to consider is retention of Metadata and how well it is transferred to any jpegs saved from the parent TIFF or PSD file; but then, this is also affected by the particular program being used; I have to go behind my Elements programs and replace the IPTC data that gets omitted during a save; I can save the same files from GIMP with no data loss whatsoever.
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Post by Sepiana on Feb 3, 2024 15:37:27 GMT
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Post by cheap on Feb 8, 2024 5:50:20 GMT
One advantage with tiff files is that you can see what the image is by looking at the files' icon in Windows Explorer. Unfortunately, you can't do that with a psd file.  |
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Post by Sepiana on Feb 8, 2024 6:32:24 GMT
One advantage with tiff files is that you can see what the image is by looking at the files' icon in Windows Explorer. Unfortunately, you can't do that with a psd file. This is not an Elements issue (or a Photoshop issue); this is a Windows-related issue. Windows cannot generate preview thumbnails for PSD files. This means that, when you look at a PSD file using Windows Explorer (in the Pictures Library/folder), all you get is a generic thumbnail. You will need to install a Codec which will generate preview thumbnails for these files. I use FastPictureViewer (v.3.8.0.97) installed on two computers running Windows 11 Pro. I have no problems getting preview thumbnails for my .psd files. Other possible alternatives would be . . . Ardfry ImagingFastStone Image Viewer |
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Post by BuckSkin on Feb 8, 2024 6:43:21 GMT
I will say this about viewing any layered file, be it TIFF or PSD, often, it is uncertain just which layer will end up being the one you see and often that view is rather useless in determining what the file actually is; this holds true even for those files where a "finished" layer is the top layer (which all of mine are).
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Post by pontiac1940 on Feb 8, 2024 14:58:06 GMT
One advantage with tiff files is that you can see what the image is by looking at the files' icon in Windows Explorer. Unfortunately, you can't do that with a psd file. Welcome cheap. In addition, Windows image viewer is so slow. See Sepiana 's post below. cheap A few here use FastStone. it is great for reviewing photos. I shoot a lot of photos ... over 500 yesterday on two outings. And I need to go though the day's photos fast and select a few for editing. FastStone is the ticket. |
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Post by mart44 on Feb 8, 2024 18:32:18 GMT
I've used Ardfry Imaging with a few releases of PSE, including the 2024 version. Makes all .psd files viewable as thumbnails within Windows File Explorer.
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Post by Chris on Feb 8, 2024 20:42:15 GMT
One advantage with tiff files is that you can see what the image is by looking at the files' icon in Windows Explorer. Unfortunately, you can't do that with a psd file. There is also a free Microsoft app, "Raw Image Extension" that allows Windows to view thumbnails of psd and most raw files. Raw Image Extension apps.microsoft.com/detail/9NCTDW2W1BH8?hl=en-gb&gl=USKind regards Chris |
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popcorn
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Post by popcorn on Feb 21, 2024 10:34:27 GMT
Thank you all.
I am giving them a try, I would rather stay with psd.
I do all my file sorting on FastStone.
There is one drawback; when viewing psd images, make sure you delete all the saved selections.
If you don't, only the saved selection is displayed.
Often the selection takes up most of the editing time and I want to preserve it.
I'm sure that there is a way.....
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Post by michelb on Feb 21, 2024 14:53:04 GMT
I am a bit late... I found an interesting comparison on the closed dpreview forum. Another view from the Adobe PS forums:
Keep in mind that both formats are under Adobe's control as Adobe owns the copyright for the tiff format bought from Aldus if I remenber well. I have also read discussions where PS gurus preferred the tiff format.
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Post by BuckSkin on Feb 21, 2024 20:26:33 GMT
I found an interesting comparison on the closed dpreview forum.
Alas, Photography on the Net did close and close for good so far as I understand. |
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Post by BuckSkin on Feb 21, 2024 20:50:12 GMT
Thank you all. I am giving them a try, I would rather stay with psd. I do all my file sorting on FastStone. There is one drawback; when viewing psd images, make sure you delete all the saved selections. If you don't, only the saved selection is displayed. Often the selection takes up most of the editing time and I want to preserve it. I'm sure that there is a way.....
I don't dump everything into the same folder, but in several sub-folders under the main subject folder; if I can find the finished jpeg, then I know exactly where all the matching PSD, RAW, down-sized, and such are at as well, without having to wade through the entire mess. |
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Post by Sepiana on Feb 22, 2024 15:25:08 GMT
Thank you all. I would rather stay with psd. popcorn, you are most welcome. Thanks for posting back! If .psd meets your needs, then, stay with it. |
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