TIFF + Help Transparency Wizard = Black Background. WHY?

[kroberts]

This hasn't always been the case, but for some reason, when I make images needing transparent backgrounds and save them as TIFFs using the Help wizard for saving transparency, they are given a black background. I am using the version of PhotoShop that is part of Adobe InDesign Creative Suite. I'd be grateful if someone has a moment to explain what I need to do to correct this problem.

 

[dimoj]

Hmmm, I've never really used the "Export Transparent..." thing in the Help menu, but from memory doesn't it only allow you to save as .gif or .png?

Anyway, if you want a .tiff, just make sure your actual image you are working on has a transparent background and then go to Save (or Save as) Tiff and check the 'Save Transparency' box in the Tiff Options panel.

I am using the version of PhotoShop that is part of Adobe InDesign Creative Suite

{Tee Hee!}

 

[Eggles]

Depends a bit on where these images with transparent backgrounds are going. If into a layout app, you will probably have to create a clipping path.

 

[kroberts]

Thanks to both of you for taking the time to respond!
kroberts