Which Photoshop layer would you select to apply textures to an image?

• A. Texture Layer
• B. Adjustment Layer
• C. Layer Style
• D. Smart Object

Answer: (A)

Textures are added by placing the texture on its own layer above the image so you can control how it blends with the photo. This dedicated texture layer holds the texture data itself, letting you adjust its opacity, apply blending modes, and mask areas to achieve the desired look without altering the original image.

An Adjustment Layer changes color, brightness, or tonal values and isn’t for adding texture. A Layer Style applies effects to a layer but doesn’t provide a separate texture image. A Smart Object can contain a texture inside it, enabling non-destructive edits, but it isn’t specifically the texture layer you’d directly use to apply textures.