What platforms does LayerGrab support?

LayerGrab is available on Web App and Browser extension.

What are the limitations of LayerGrab?

Each split takes about a minute or more (sample runs range from 46 to 148 seconds), slower than a simple cutout. Input is limited to PNG, JPG or WebP files of up to 20 MB. Splitting your own images requires signing in, and the homepage gives no pricing details.

LayerGrab

Name: LayerGrab
Author: LayerGrab

Split a flat image into named, editable transparent layers

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What is LayerGrab?

LayerGrab uses AI to split a flat image into named transparent layers with the background filled in. It exports PNG, ZIP or layered PSD and also runs as Photoshop, Figma, Sketch and Chrome plugins.

LayerGrab is an AI image decomposition tool that takes a single flat picture and returns it as a stack of separate transparent layers. Text, products, badges and illustrations each become their own piece, and the area behind them is painted in so moving an element leaves no hole. It can split up to 16 layers from one file, or pull out only the object a user describes in plain language. The tool is aimed at designers, marketers and anyone who has a finished poster, banner, social post or AI-generated image but no source file. Typical jobs include lifting a product shot or price badge into a new layout, editing a headline without redrawing the artwork, or turning an AI illustration into something that can be rearranged. The homepage demonstrates this with posters, product banners, a slide, an anime-style room scene and a crowded flat-lay photo. In practice, a user drops, pastes or browses for a PNG, JPG or WebP of up to 20 MB, optionally types what to focus on (for example only the text, or the person on the right), and starts the split. Processing takes roughly a minute to a couple of minutes depending on complexity, according to the sample timings. Every layer receives a readable English name such as a price tag with its amount, and layers can be hidden to inspect what lies underneath. Output can be copied straight into Figma, Photoshop or Canva, downloaded as a PNG, or exported as a ZIP of all layers or a layered PSD. Beyond the website, LayerGrab is offered as Photoshop, Figma, Sketch and Chrome plugins, which keeps the workflow inside the design tool a team already uses. Among alternatives, it sits closest to built-in layer-splitting features in design suites and to manual background removal and masking tools. Its distinguishing points are the filled background, the descriptive layer names and the PSD export. Results depend on the source image, so busy photos tend to produce fewer clean pieces than graphic layouts, and the wait per image is longer than a one-click cutout.

How do you use LayerGrab?

1Upload an image
Drop, paste or browse for a PNG, JPG or WebP up to 20 MB, such as a poster, product banner, AI image or screenshot. Sign in to split your own file.
2Add an optional focus instruction
Type what to separate, for example only the text or the person on the right, or leave it empty to split every element.
3Run the split and review layers
Wait about a minute or two while text, products and graphics become transparent layers. Hide layers to check the filled background underneath.
4Export or copy a layer
Copy one layer into Figma, Photoshop or Canva, download a PNG, or export all layers as a ZIP or PSD.
5Use a plugin for your design tool
Install the Photoshop, Figma, Sketch or Chrome plugin to run splits without leaving your workflow.

Pros and cons

Pros

Fills in the background behind each removed element, so moved layers leave no gapsAI
Gives every layer a readable English name, which makes large splits easy to navigateAI
Exports single PNGs, a ZIP of all layers or a layered PSD for further editingAI
Optional focus instruction lets users extract just one object or the text instead of everythingAI
Available as Photoshop, Figma, Sketch and Chrome plugins as well as on the webAI

Cons

Each split takes about a minute or more (sample runs range from 46 to 148 seconds), slower than a simple cutoutAI
Input is limited to PNG, JPG or WebP files of up to 20 MBAI
Splitting your own images requires signing in, and the homepage gives no pricing detailsAI
Layer count tops out at 16, so very dense images may not be separated element by elementAI

How much does LayerGrab cost?

Integrations

Works with Photoshop, Figma, Sketch and Chrome through dedicated plugins, and layers can be copied into Canva. Layered PSD export covers other editors.

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Features

Splits one image into up to 16 named transparent layers, fills the background behind removed elements, accepts an optional focus instruction, and exports PNG, ZIP or layered PSD. Layers can be copied into Figma, Photoshop or Canva.

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Frequently asked questions about LayerGrab

How do you use LayerGrab?
The walkthrough on this page covers 5 steps: 1. Upload an image 2. Add an optional focus instruction 3. Run the split and review layers 4. Export or copy a layer 5. Use a plugin for your design tool.
What platforms does LayerGrab support?
LayerGrab is available on Web App and Browser extension.
What does LayerGrab integrate with?
Works with Photoshop, Figma, Sketch and Chrome through dedicated plugins, and layers can be copied into Canva. Layered PSD export covers other editors.
What are the limitations of LayerGrab?
Each split takes about a minute or more (sample runs range from 46 to 148 seconds), slower than a simple cutout. Input is limited to PNG, JPG or WebP files of up to 20 MB. Splitting your own images requires signing in, and the homepage gives no pricing details.