Affinity Photo Export Not Working
Quick answer
Save only writes an Affinity file. Use File > Export for JPEG, PNG, TIFF or PSD, and expect PSD exports to flatten some Affinity-specific features.
Most likely fix: Use the Export command
How to fix it
Try these in order — the most common fix is first.
1. Use the Export command
- Choose File > Export and pick the format
- Set quality or DPI in the export dialog
Did this fix it?2. Fix PSD differences
- Rasterize or merge live filters before exporting
- Export TIFF if PSD changes the look
Did this fix it?
Symptoms
Can't find 'Save as JPG', or an exported PSD looks different.
Why it happens
- Save/Save As only create Affinity file types
- PSD export drops live filters and some blend modes
This guide also covers
- affinity photo export jpg
- affinity save as jpeg
- affinity export psd
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