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Build a completely non-destructive slice effect in Photoshop using nothing but the classic Step and Repeat shortcut — no AI, no generative credits required. This tutorial covers two full examples with both thick and thin bar variations, plus two free PSD templates so you can just drag your own photos in and go.
CHAPTERS
0:00 Building a Non-Destructive Slice Effect
0:57 Converting Background to a Regular Layer
1:40 The Step and Repeat Technique
2:27 Creating Your First Vertical Bar
4:01 Stepping and Repeating the Bars
6:13 Loading Bars as a Layer Mask
7:32 Sliding the Effect Left and Right
8:05 Linking vs Unlinking for Different Looks
9:21 Trying Thicker Bars on a Second Photo
11:28 Comparing Thick and Thin Bar Versions
THE STEPS
1. Convert your background layer to a regular layer, then duplicate it
2. Draw a sin...