Last updated on
Jul 16, 2021
In Photoshop on the iPad, you cannot save a copy as PSD when your document exceeds the 2 GB limit for file size. This is a known limitation. Follow the workarounds suggested below.
(iPad) Save a copy as TIFF
Photoshop on the iPad
In Photoshop on the iPad, export your document in the TIFF file format if it exceeds the 2 GB file size limit.
For instructions, see Save and export cloud documents.
(Desktop) Save a copy as Large Document Format (PSB)
Photoshop desktop
In Photoshop on your desktop, save a copy of the cloud document on your computer in Large Document Format.
- Open the document the Cloud documents tab in the app home screen on your desktop.
- Choose File > Save As > Save On Your Computer.
- In the next dialog, choose the Format as Large Document Format.
- Click Save.
For related helpful instructions, see Manage and work with Cloud documents in Photoshop.