Use a Different Save Method. Batch TGA to DDS conversion is supported in the professional version of the program. Specify a filename and location, and click Save. If someone can give me a detailed step by step guide on saving an alpha dds file as 32 bit TGA that would be wonderful. If you can’t save as PNG files in Photoshop, chances are you’re missing a step somewhere. 3. You didn't specify what version of PS you have, but if you need a plugin for it, I can only assume you have one that's earlier than 7. All you have to do is load the TGA file and then pick a folder to save the DDS file in. ; In the right panel, under "Settings", choose your file type (GIF, JPEG, or PNG) and compression settings. More Information on the TARGA Format The Targa format was originally designed in 1984 by Truevision, which was later purchased by Pinnacle Systems in 1999. Edited by ArekkusuStorm, 19 February 2014 - 03:40 AM. You didn't specify what version of PS you have, but if you need a plugin for it, I can only assume you have one that's earlier than 7. Although files that include layer data are larger than those that don’t, saving layer data eliminates the need to save and manage a separate PSD file to hold the layer data. Any idea why? Edited by RangerBoo, 19 February 2014 - 05:45 AM. Once placed, the video frames are contained within a Smart Object. Although files that include layer data are larger than those that don’t, saving layer data eliminates the need to save and manage a separate PSD file to hold the layer data. Several functions may not work. I can edit the pic, save at 32 at 200k but PSE9 does not allow to save/create Alpha Channel. It was the native format of TARGA and VISTA boards, which were the first graphic cards for IBM-compatible PCs to support Highcolor/truecolor display. **UPDATE** so this is definitely some sort of bug that needs to be fixed soon. I can only point to tutorial, with the hope it can be useful to you.http://tutorials.rob....com/ps_tga.htm. I'm trying to save a alpha texture in photoshop as 32 bit TGA but it won't let e even though I have the plugins needed. THANK YOU! I'll be sure to give you credit in my mod( if it comes out I hope). I apologize if that's the one you already have, but again, you didn't mention where you got your plugins. For save a files in TGA file format you must change your image mode RGB. Step 1: Create a new canvas. By the way Save As is the consistent metaphor for making a copy of a document. * - Unless you are using an early version of photoshop, which doesn't come with a the option to save as a targa by default. usig last version of PS on windows. If that's your case, the only suggestion I have is to get the one from Adobe's site. However, you do need After Effects. How do I make the (background an) alpha channel and save as Targa? OMG!!! This would include any format Photoshop can write but can read or can’t fully read. Click OK. Now you can go to File>Save As and choose photoshop PDF. Then on the menu bar go to Image>Mode and choose 16bit. Note: this feature can be disabled under Preferences > File Handling to improve performance for example, when automating PS. It's strange that Targa (*.TGA; *VDA; *.ICB; *VST) isn't even available. Photoshop Cc Question - Can't Save Tga Welcome to HeLLsGamers. It has been standard in Photoshop since post Ps7. After that, you should be able to save as a targa. Dont freak just yet cause your exposure will be hot for a second. Before you can save any file or work, you have to begin something or do something; for that, this step starts by showing you how to create a new canvas to save the work done on it. Adobe Photoshop does support TGA files. You can also try exporting instead of saving. I'm trying to save a LOD textures alpha channel as 32 bit TGA. Select a destination image … If this is the plugin you have, then it's all good. 2) Auto Save and when you save targa save as 24bit for no alpha and 32bit if you got a alpha channel. While Photoshop can be used to create files for all sorts of media, the three most common uses for image files are web, print, and video production. There is a much easier and quicker way round this issue if you have After Effects in you Adobe suite. You currently have javascript disabled. .css-kic09h{color:#f0f0f3 !important;background-color:!important;}.css-kic09h:hover{color:#40a3f5 !important;background-color:!important;}.css-kic09h:focus{color:#40a3f5 !important;background-color:!important;}.css-sskn3q{line-height:60px !important;}HOME, Photoshop doesn't export alpha channel's from a Targa batch (export layers to files / Targa / 32 bit mode) It just leaves the alpha channel blank (white). Googled many times and couldn't find anything. PDF comes to mind as an example. Please re-enable javascript to access full functionality. Hmm, what exactly is the problem, the option to save it as a targa isn't there or it won't save the alpha? In the menu dialog next to method, click the drop down arrow and choose Exposure and Gamma. Make sure it's set to RGB colours and not something else, by default it should already be set to this. Edited by RangerBoo, 18 February 2014 - 08:56 AM. If you are unable to save your file in Adobe Photoshop as anything other than a PSD, TIFF, or RAW format file, the file is too large for any other type of format.To reduce file size, use the Save for Web function:. 4. It does not write transparency, and cannot write more than one alpha channel (because TGA doesn't support them). Step-by-Step guideline on how to save as PNG. Background Save is on by default and enables you to continue working in Photoshop when selecting File Save or Save As by saving the file in as a background task. Maybe a script could do what you want, as an example have a look at... Photoshop writes the first alpha channel with TGA images. 1. Since you mentioned converting a DDS file, make sure you load your DDS with these settings. if this is the plugin you have, then it's all good. Edited by RangerBoo, 18 February 2014 - 09:45 AM. Click icon to show file QR code or save file to online storage services such as Google Drive or Dropbox. In Photoshop, use the Place command if you want to transform the video or image sequence as you import it into a document. From the File menu, select Save for Web. You can also click the Save Selection as Channel button (a circle on a square icon) at the bottom of the Channels panel. Most web interface images are PNGs and GIFs that do not contain a colour profile. what can i do?  Make sure you save the tga with the 32 bits/pixel resolution option to save it with the alpha channel. I have unstalled and reinstalled my photoshop and plugins but to no aveil. When the file is saved as a tga and opened again in Photoshop, it will look opaque, but the alpha channel is still there so the inverse of the the process above is the following. 2. Photoshop, however, can read layer data in TIFF files. 8bit refers to 8bit per channel in modes, so i think you just need to make sure it's at that and at rgb color. If that's your case, the only suggestion I have is to get the one from Adobe's site. Choose File > Save As, and choose Targa from the Format menu. No. So you wanna go ahead and change that on your photoshop document if … Following is a list of the most common formats and how they are used. I try to make the file over and over and they are almost always corrupt. after last update im having problems saving my work - " Can't save file "**.psd" due to program error. The only plugin you need is for the dds file * and if this is the plugin you have, then it's all good. Unable to create or save a cloud document. I give it a try. The output files will be listed in the "Conversion Results" section. A new channel appears with the default name of Alpha 1, bypassing Steps 3 and 4. Here's what you do.. Flatten your image as i told you. You can export and save layers as individual files using a variety of formats, including PSD, BMP, JPEG, PDF, Targa, and TIFF. When video is contained by a Smart Object, you can navigate through the frames using the Animation panel, and you can also apply Smart Filters. ... Alright, I'm going to assume you mean that the option isn't there which means that you're doing something wrong or you have the wrong plugin.. You are a life saver! However I need to convert the dds file into a tga in photoshop which for some reason it won't like me do. So, I needed to move a layer from the right side of the image, to the left, but when I made the edit the entire project wouldn't save or export. Is there a space or some special character in the name you're trying to save ? I'm afraid I can't be of real help, I've never played with LOD textures or Tga. Choose Select→Save Selection. Exporting Layers to Files as "Targa's" will not include alpha channels created for individual layers (nor default transparencies to alpha masks) Photoshop doesn't export alpha channel's from a Targa batch (export layers to files / Targa / 32 bit mode) It just leaves the alpha channel blank (white) This is what I did to fix my issue. A very simple method to get around Photoshop’s insistence on not saving your PNG is to use a different save method. And finally, just choose the 32 bit like you wanted. I hope I can find the soultion to this problem. I have PSE9 and need to create an image without the background (mk background Alpha Channel) and save as Targa. The Targa (TGA) format supports bitmap and RGB images with 8 Bits/Channel. Thanks. It won't like me save as targa even though I have the pluggins needed. Photoshop, however, can read layer data in TIFF files. This tutorial shows how to easily create images that contain an alpha channel for creating partially transparent textures in game engines and 3d software. Photoshop's Save for Web can not save PNG and GIF images with a colour profile attached. Have a nice day. Choose Discard Layers And Save A Copy if you want to flatten the image. * - Unless you are using an early version of photoshop, which doesn't come with a the option to save as a targa by default. Using Photoshop CC to make a spray with a transparent background and it refuses to let me save as a tga. This has nothing to do with Save for Web, except in the sense that they both have to do with saving files, as do Save and Save As. Community Forum Software by IP.BoardLicensed to: Nexus Mods. You can set options to control the generation of names. Most developers and designers use Photoshop's Save for Web for web and app PNG and GIF images. Go to the File menu, but instead of going to the “save as” option, choose Save for Web instead. in image>mode, make sure 8bit is ticked off and RGB. Choose Discard Layers And Save A Copy if you want to flatten the image. Save out of Photo shop as a psd as normal, open psd in After effects and save out as a Targa image sequence with alpha, hit the render button and you will get what you are looking for. It is designed for Truevision® hardware, but it is also used in other applications. When working with cloud documents in Photoshop desktop or Photoshop for iPad, you may encounter the following issues or errors: ' Could not save as [document name].psdc because you are not signed in or there was a problem setting up cloud documents '. TGA just don't support a bitrate higher than 8. Layers are named automatically as they are saved. Edited by ArekkusuStorm, 19 February 2014 - 10:59 AM. Photoshop Elements :: How To Save Targa With Alpha Channels In 9 Nov 10, 2012. 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