Apple Motion won't import PSD file

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Apple Motion won't import PSD file

I'm trying to import a layered PSD file into motion, but it keeps appearing black on the screen. I can see all the layers, and it's definitely set to colour rather than alpha

MacBook Air 13″, macOS 10.15

Posted on Nov 30, 2020 1:48 PM

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rowie302

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Nov 30, 2020 2:53 PM in response to farirai50

Hi

It might be because the psd file is not 8bit color. I had this same issue before and changing to 8bit color solved it for me.

https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/motion/motn1252ba5a/mac

Does this help?

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fox_m

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Dec 2, 2020 3:28 PM in response to farirai50

There (used to be) a Preference setting in Photoshop — I think in General — to "Maximize Compatibility" (or something equivalent — it's been awhile — I refuse to pay a subscription.) That should always be set if you're saving PSDs for use in other apps.

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