How to install Photoshop patterns.

Using patterns in your work is a fun and easy way of adding texture and warmth to digital art. Installing them is just as easy. Select an option below and follow the instructions for your specific version of Photoshop.

Photoshop CC 2020 Instructions

1

In Photoshop, open the
Patterns Panel by going to
Window> Patterns.

2

Click the
menu icon at the top right corner of the panel and choose
Import Patterns.

3

Locate the 
.pat file in the product folder. Click 
Open.

4

Your brushes are now installed in the Patterns Panel. Expand the product folder to reveal the patterns.

Photoshop CS6 to CC 2019 Instructions

1

In Photoshop, open the 
Presets Manager by going to 
Edit> Presets> Presets Manager.

2

Choose 
Patterns from the 
Preset Type menu in the 
Presets Manager window.

3

Click 
Load.

4

Locate the 
.pat file in the product folder. Click 
Open.

5

Your patterns are now installed. Click Done.