How to Crop to a Layer in Photoshop

Two quick tips for when you want to crop a Photoshop document so the canvas is resized to match the dimensions of a specific layer.

Here are a two quick tips for when you want to crop a Photoshop document so the canvas is resized to match the dimensions of a specific layer.

If the layer is smaller than the canvas, Command/Ctrl-click on the layer thumbnail to make an active selection of the layer. Choose Image > Crop.

If the layer is larger than the canvas, Command/Ctrl-click on the layer thumbnail, then press C to switch to the Crop tool. Press Return/Enter.

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This article was last modified on February 28, 2025

This article was first published on February 28, 2025

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