PS to CS2 layer question

[cmonkey]

In older versions of PS I could copy part of the image and paste it

where I wanted it, all within the same layer. With CS2, when I copy

part of the image and paste it, the program automatically creates a

new layer. The result is a bunch more layers than I really want or need.

 

Is there any way to make CS2 paste the copied section into the same

layer as it came from?

[scott_richards3]

You could just merge that new layer with the starting layer by pressing command - E (the merge layer shortcut).

 

But if you want to copy something and keep it in the same layer:

 

 

1.Make your selection

 

 

2. Press "v" or click on the Move tool

 

 

3. while holding down the option key click on your selction and drag the mouse. A copy of your selection should be now moving around with your mouse within the same layer.