Converting RAW to jpg

I have always used Elements 10 to convert RAW files to jpg by opening the RAW file in the editor, making changes, and then choosing Open Image tab, and then choosing jpg format in the drop down box to save it. For some reason it is no longer an option, I have not changed any settings.

ssprengel wrote:
Are you photos 16-bits?  JPG is an 8-bit-only format.
You can switch to 8-bits with Image / Mode / 8-bits, or at least that’s how it works in PSE11 that I have.
Same in PSE12.
You can also set the ACR module to open in 8 bits (middle option in the bottom bar or the ACR screen).

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