How do I copy selected paths of a shape in Photoshop CS6 Mac 13.0.1

Question

I was wondering how I copy selected paths of a shape in PS CS6.

• I start selecting the paths I want to copy by clicking on them and holding SHIFT.
• I then press ALT + SHIFT which will only copy ONE of the selected paths

How can I copy all of the selected paths and not only one?

Answer 1

Select the paths as you normally would using Shift-click with the black arrow path tool, then Ctl-C to copy and Ctl-V to paste. There's no need to use any other modifier keys.

If you want to copy multiple paths within the shape layer by Alt-dragging, press Alt, start to drag, then add Shift to constrain the movement.

Answer 2

I find it's much easier to duplicate the path in the Paths Panel, then delete the parts I do not want in the duplicate.