New Layer in Photoshop (Windows)
Press Ctrl + Shift + N to create a new layer, with a dialog for its name and settings.
What it does
The dialog asks for the name of the layer, a color label, the blending mode and the opacity. The new layer is empty and transparent and sits above the layer that was active. Working on separate layers keeps each change apart: a retouch, a painted shadow or a text can be hidden, moved or deleted without touching the rest.
The same shortcut on other platforms
| Platform | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Windowsthis page | Ctrl + Shift + N |
| macOS |
More Photoshop shortcuts: Layers
- Duplicate layer
- Merge layers
- Group layers
- Send Layer Back
- Bring Layer Forward
All 18 Photoshop shortcuts for WindowsThe full list has a search and a printable PDF.
Questions
What is the Photoshop shortcut for New Layer on Windows?
Ctrl+Shift+N. Press it to create a new layer, with a dialog for its name and settings.
What is the shortcut for New Layer in Photoshop on macOS?
On macOS it is ⇧⌘N.