Cut/Copy & Paste & move the result in same layer

[seb74]

Hello,

 

I don't understand how to :

copy a part of a layer

paste it in the same layer

have the possibility to move this paste result before applying it in the layer

 

 

In Photoshop it's very easy to do it, in affinity photo Pfffff...

thanks

[R C-R]

Is there any reason the copy has to be pasted back into (merged with) the same layer? Generally, I find it more useful to keep things on different layers so that I can edit, move, or whatever each element individually as needed.

[A_B_C]

Hi seb74,

 

and welcome here …  :)

 

Yes, I also believe it is nice to have separate layers. However, in order to achieve your result, you could follow this workflow:

• Simply copy your pixel selection, and paste it.
• Hold down the Command Key and click-drag the selection to move it together with the selected content. Alternatively, you can use the Move Tool.
• Then deselect. In order to merge down the layer, simply type Command + E.

Hope that helps …  :)

Alex

[seb74]

That is exactly what i want to do

 

Many Thanks Alex  :)

[A_B_C]

You’re welcome … :)