"Could not use move tool because the target channel is hidden"
I tried removing the quick mask in the channel side bar and also uncheck "edit in quick mask mode" but I still cannot stop the pop up saying "Could not use move tool because the target channel is hidden". I cannot draw any objects or move them. What should I do?
You are getting an error because you are in "Quick mask edit mode". There are few ways to exit. You can, for example, use [Q] button or delete layer as well.
All have been listed on blog.i-evaluation.com, article: “Could not use move tool because the target channel is hidden” – Photoshop Warning
Hope that helps!
ps. My first post on adobe forum. Hope I helped someone.
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Could not use the tool because the target channel is hidden
Hello All;
OK, I have never experienced this issue, until the most recent update to Photoshop CC.
So I am assuming this is caused by a bug in the update that was released.
View the video, of which I demonstrate, that this is not just a human mistake, but a possibly glitch in the software.
Once again, I am using the most update-to-date version of PS CC.
Thank You
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Hello,
When I tried save as a file, I get an error msg:
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I searched the forum but could not find anything even though i'm sure someone already asked it.
would love to get a solution for that.
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5. Deleting the image from the page in ID doc, it is the only one in the document.
6. Can't still save file.
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