My packed layer file crashed and taught me a tough lesson

Honestly, I used to think having tons of layers in my art software was no big deal. Tbh, I'd just keep adding them without merging any. Then my biggest portrait file, with like 250 layers, got corrupted and wouldn't open. Now I merge old layers as I go and save new copies every day.

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margaret15512h ago

Wait, 250 layers? That's a huge number. In my experience, files can't handle that for long. Your new routine sounds much safer.

joelblack9h ago

Admit @margaret155 is right, 250 layers is asking for trouble. I once tried something similar and my file got so messed up I had to start over. Your new routine is definitely the way to go.