Using "Rasterize to Mask" on a disabled layer creates an empty mask

[Gunny]

Bug: Using "Rasterize to Mask" on a disabled layer creates an empty mask. I don't think it's desirable behaviour. I expect this action to create a valid mask (although still disabled).

 

I also think right clicking on a mask should offer an option to convert it back to a normal (grayscale) layer. (The option is available but it is somewhat hidden in Channels - Mask Alpha - Create Grayscale layer.)

 

[carl123]

1 hour ago, Gunny said:

Bug: Using "Rasterize to Mask" on a disabled layer creates an empty mask. I don't think it's desirable behaviour. I expect this action to create a valid mask (although still disabled).

If it did that then "Rasterise to Mask" on a Group Layer that contained a disabled layer(s) would give unexpected/undesirable results.

[Gunny]

30 minutes ago, carl123 said:

If it did that then "Rasterise to Mask" on a Group Layer that contained a disabled layer(s) would give unexpected/undesirable results.

I am sure the app can distinguish a single layer and a group. =)

[Gabe]

Hi both,

This is not a bug. When a layer is disabled, its content will not be taken into account when you rasterize. 

Thanks,

Gabe. 

[Gunny]

20 hours ago, GabrielM said:

This is not a bug. When a layer is disabled, its content will not be taken into account when you rasterize. 

Hm, thanks for clearing this up but I still think it does not make sense for a single layer. Am I really the only one who finds it confusing?