Access History panel

Last updated on Jan 15, 2026

Learn how to use the History panel to view and navigate different editing states in the document.

The History panel records each action performed on the document, allowing you to review the workflow and return to earlier editing states.

On the Photoshop on the web homepage, select Upload file and browse for a file on your device.

Perform the desired edits on the image. 

Select the Show history   icon. 

The History panel displays different editing states and tools like Create snapshot, Reset, and more.
Use the History panel to view all the edits performed on the document.

In the Edits section of the History panel, view all recent actions performed on the document.

Use the History panel to manage the given editing states:

  • Create snapshot  : Captures the document’s current state so you can return to it later.
  • Revert  : Restores the document to the selected history state.
  • Delete  : Removes the selected history state or snapshot.