Exporting artboards from Photoshop allows you to share your designs with others or to prepare them for different output destinations, such as websites, mobile apps, or print. Photoshop provides various export options to suit different requirements.

Exporting Individual Artboards

To export individual artboards, follow these steps:

1. Open the Photoshop Document: Open the Photoshop document containing the artboards you want to export.
2. Select Artboards: Click on the artboards you want to export. You can select multiple artboards simultaneously by holding down the “Ctrl” (Windows) or “Command” (Mac) key while clicking.
3. Export Artboards: Go to the “File” menu and select “Export>Export As.”
4. Choose Export Format: Select the desired export format from the list of options, such as JPEG, PNG, or TIFF.
5. Set Export Options: Adjust the export settings, including resolution, file size, and color profile.
6. Save Export: Click the “Save” button to export the selected artboards in the chosen format.

Exporting Multiple Artboards as a Single File

To export multiple artboards as a single file, follow these steps:

1. Open the Photoshop Document: Open the Photoshop document containing the artboards you want to export.
2. Select All Artboards: Press the “Ctrl” (Windows) or “Command” (Mac) key and click on the canvas to select all artboards.
3. Export Artboards as a Single File: Go to the “File” menu and select “Export>Multiple Artboards as PDF.”
4. Set Export Options: Adjust the export settings, including PDF compatibility, page size, and compression.
5. Save Export: Click the “Save” button to export the selected artboards as a single PDF file.

Exporting Artboards for Specific Output Destinations

Photoshop offers specific export options for different output destinations:

• Web: Use the “Save for Web (Legacy)” option to export artboards for web use, optimizing them for file size and display.
• Mobile Apps: Use the “Export for Screens” option to export artboards for mobile app development, ensuring compatibility with different screen sizes.
• Print: Use the “Print” option to export artboards for print, with options to control color management, bleed, and other print-specific settings.

By following these methods and understanding the export options available, you can effectively export artboards from Photoshop, ensuring that your designs are properly formatted and tailored for the intended output destination.