Is your Adobe Photoshop CC acting up? Frustrating crashes or unexpected behaviors? Don't despair! This article provides two simple, step-by-step methods to reset your Photoshop preferences, effectively troubleshooting many common issues. Learn how to quickly restore your software to its default settings and regain full functionality. Get back to editing seamlessly – read on!
Methods: Resetting Photoshop Preferences
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Open Photoshop and Access Preferences
- Open Adobe Photoshop CC.
- Go to Edit > Preferences > General.
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Reset Preferences
- Click 'Reset Preferences on Quit'.
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Relaunch Photoshop
- Close Photoshop and relaunch it.
Relaunch Photoshop
Methods: Resetting Photoshop Using Keyboard Shortcut
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Reset Photoshop using Keyboard Shortcut
- Press and hold Control + Alt + Shift on your keyboard.
- Open Photoshop.
- Click 'Yes' to delete the Adobe Photoshop settings file.
Reset Photoshop using Keyboard Shortcut
Common Mistakes to Avoid
1. Incorrect Preferences Folder Deletion
Reason: Users may delete the wrong folder, leading to data loss or other system issues.
Solution: Double-check the exact path to the Adobe Photoshop CC preferences folder before deleting it.
2. Ignoring the 'Save' Prompt
Reason: Forgetting to save the current work before resetting Photoshop can lead to irreversible data loss.
Solution: Always save your current Photoshop project before attempting a reset.