Merge Layers in Photoshop (Windows)
Press Ctrl + E to merge the selected layers into one.
What it does
With several layers selected, the command joins them into a single layer. With one layer selected, it merges that layer into the one below. Text and effects become plain pixels in the merged layer. Once the file is saved and closed the step cannot be taken back, so keep a copy of the layers if you may need them again.
The same shortcut on other platforms
| Platform | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Windowsthis page | Ctrl + E |
| macOS |
More Photoshop shortcuts: Layers
- Group layers
- Send Layer Back
- Bring Layer Forward
- New layer
- Duplicate layer
All 18 Photoshop shortcuts for WindowsThe full list has a search and a printable PDF.
Questions
What is the Photoshop shortcut for Merge Layers on Windows?
Ctrl+E. Press it to merge the selected layers into one.
What is the shortcut for Merge Layers in Photoshop on macOS?
On macOS it is ⌘E.