Open GIF layers in Photoshop CS3

Open GIF layers in Photoshop CS3

Since we lost ImageReady with the introduction of CS3, animated gif files can't be opened directly without losing all but one layer. However, there is a work-around to be able to open gifs with all their animation layers....

1. Now you can see what's hiddenGo to File > Import > Video Frames to Layers

2. Now you can see what's hiddenIn the File name field, type all of the following: "*.*"

3. Now you can see what's hiddenClick on Load

Now you can import any animated gif file with all its layers.

NOTE: Now you can see what's hiddenIn order for the above work-around to work, you must
have QuickTime 7.1 or higher installed on your system.