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PSD Import

Bring a layered Photoshop layout into HyperTheme, then add motion in the editor.

Prepare the file​

  • Keep a copy of the original PSD.
  • Give layers clear names.
  • Remove unused layers.
  • Check the canvas size.
  • Save a reference image for comparison.

Rasterize complex text, smart objects, or effects when their imported appearance differs from the reference. Work from a copy so the original stays editable in Photoshop.

Import​

  1. Open the intended theme project.
  2. Stop preview.
  3. Save the current project.
  4. Choose File > Import from PSD.
  5. Select the PSD.
  6. Keep the project open while processing finishes.
  7. Review the imported layers.

Import sends the PSD through the converter, then places the resulting layer images in the editor. Processing time depends on file size, layer count, and service availability.

Check the result​

Compare with the reference image:

  • Layer names and stacking order.
  • Groups and their children.
  • Position, scale, transparency, and visibility.
  • Masks, blending, shadows, and other effects.
  • Text appearance.

The importer reads nested layer data when available, preserving the source order and group information. Older conversion results use a flat layer list.

Imported text rendered as an image needs a new Text layer for editable text. Complex Photoshop features need visual comparison rather than an assumption of exact conversion.

Missing layer images​

The importer reports unavailable converter images and attempts recovery from the source PSD.

If a layer still fails:

  1. Keep the original file.
  2. Rasterize the affected layer in a copy.
  3. Save the revised PSD.
  4. Import again.
  5. Compare with the reference.

Animate the layout​

Name and select one imported layer. Add a simple opacity or movement animation, preview, and save. Repeat for the next element.

Test each aspect ratio after importing. A wide Photoshop layout needs adjustment for portrait screens.

Common fixes​

The order looks wrong​

Review Layers and compare the source PSD. Confirm processing completed before rearranging the imported layers.

The import stops​

Read the failure shown in the editor. Check connectivity and service availability, then retry from the saved project.

The theme grows too large​

Remove unused source layers and resize oversized images before reimporting.