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# Opening an image directly in Photoshop

You may need to open an image while maintaining its original dimensions. To do this, you’ll open the image in Photoshop without creating a work area.

1. In Photoshop, go to File and choose Open.
2. Navigate to and select your image.
3. Click Open.