Unable to Access Layer Palette Options

[Gulfcoast]

I'm using PSP X4, have an image open in edit but I'm not able to add any layer(s). None of the layer type options will remain highlighted for me to choose when I go to new mask layer or new adjustment layer. Where is my problem? Thank you.

[photodrawken]

The first thing to try is to re-set the Preferences, which may have become corrupted: Hold down your Shift key when launching PSP, and answer "Yes" to the prompt to restore the default Preferences.

[Gulfcoast]

It worked initially after that and then it has reverted back to the way it was before.

[Forriner]

Are you talking about the buttons on the layer palette, or is it impossible to add the layers from the layer menu too?

My layer palette in X4 is not docked, and the palette buttons for adding layers don't work either. I read some time ago that they do work when the palette is docked, but I haven't tried that, I just add using the menu or my own custom toolbar.

[Gulfcoast]

Thank you. I was so focused on getting it to work off the layers palette that it never crossed my mind to obtain the layers through the top area. Thank you again.