How to Create Macros in Adobe Photoshop

Introduction

Macros let you save time when it comes to repeating the same process. It is not difficult to record them. Here are instructions on how to create your own personalized macros in Adobe Photoshop.

By: Naz Ir

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Difficulty: Moderate

Tips & Warnings:

It may take a few tries to get your macro to work the way you need it to.
You can record macros for any number of things, including blending options and resizing.
Do not forget to enter Button Mode when you're finished with the recording.

Step1

Open up the "Actions" palette. Click on "Windows" and scroll down to "Actions" if it is not already showing.

Step2

Make sure "Button Mode" is disabled. To do this, click on the arrow on the top-right and uncheck "Button Mode."

Step3

Click on the Icon at the bottom that says "Record New Action". Give your macro a name and click on "Record."

Step4

Go through the actions you need for this Macro. In my video example, I have chosen to crop the image a certain dimension.

Step5

Once you're done with your steps, click on the "Stop" button to end the recording.

Step6

Go back to "Button Mode" and you should be able to see your new macro. Try it out with other images as a test to see if you need to re-record the macro.