Home » Tip of The Day » Make a New Document From a LayerMake a New Document From a Layer December 9, 2016. Posted in: Tip Of The Day. To make a new document from a layer, go to the Layers Panel’s flyout menu, and choose Duplicate Layer. In the Duplicate Layer Window, under Destinations, choose “New.” « Previous Photoshop Tip: | Next Photoshop Tip: » Sign-up for the PTC Newsletter so that you'll never miss a tutorial!. Your Email Address: