Final Cut Pro/Express: Some imported PSD files may only contain the background layer

  • Last Modified: April 23, 2009
  • Article: TS2703

Symptoms

When you import a layered Photoshop PSD file into a project, sometimes only the background layer appears in Final Cut.

Products Affected

Final Cut Pro 6.x, Final Cut Express 4.0, Photoshop PSD Files

Resolution

This happens if the PSD file was saved in Photoshop without the "Maximize Compatibility" option selected. To resolve the issue:

  1. Open the PSD file in Photoshop.
  2. Choose File > Save As.
  3. In the Save As dialog, be sure the format is "Photoshop" and the option for "Layers" is selected.

  4. Click Save.
  5. In the Photoshop Format Options dialog, select the option to Maximize Compatibility.

  6. Click OK.

 

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