Adding a Mask to a Group
You can add a layer mask to a group that contains multiple layers. This is a simple way to apply one mask to multiple layers at the same time. Here’s an example:
1. Create a series of type layers and put them into a group. To group layers, select them in the Layers panel and choose New Group from Layers from the panel menu.
2. Make an oval selection and click the Add a Mask button.
3. In the Properties panel, lower the Density of the mask so it’s a dark gray instead of black. As a result of the group, the mask affects all the type layers. (Figure 1.29, Figure 1.30).
Figure 1.29 The one layer mask affects all the type ...
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