Common FAQS about Opening Two Images in Adobe Photoshop

Question 1

Q: What is the best way to open two images at once?

Accepted Answer

The easiest way is to navigate to File > New > Image from Clipboard on your main menu bar. This opens up a new canvas with your copied image inserted onto it. Once there are only two canvases opened within Photoshop you can simply drag and drop one image onto another!

Question 2

Q: Can I choose which image appears above/below the other?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! Depending on whether you would like one shot directly stacked over top of another or if they should appear beside each other you can select either “Tile Vertically” (side-by-side) or “Tile Horizontally” (stacked). To access either option go to Window > Arrange > Tile Vertically/Horizontally.

Question 3

Q: Do both images have to be the same file type?

Accepted Answer

A: It's not necessary but compatible file types definitely make things easier for editing purposes! You could work with any kind of supported extension as long as both files are opened within Adobe Photoshop simultaneously!

Question 4

Q: Can I resize an image once imported?

Accepted Answer

A: You sure can! When dropping an additional picture onto an initial file there may be cases where dimensions do not line up properly even though both pictures might share common aspect ratios. To resize simply head up towards Edit>Free Transform (Ctrl+T for PC users). From there you can adjust the image scaling, rotation, or even skew specifically for whichever…

Question 5

Q: Are there any shortcuts I can use for opening two images at once?

Accepted Answer

A: As a matter of fact, there is! If you’re someone who frequently has to work with multiple files at one time this may save you additional steps within your workflow. Begin by selecting both images within File Explorer (or Finder if Mac OS user), and then right-click on one of the selected files – choose “Open” from the context…