How to batch generate preview for multiple versions of filters/layers applied for the same image in Photoshop?

Question

Recently I'm experimenting a lot with postproduction, to look for some new style. I find it very tedious to check out various combinations of adjustment layers (also with various opacity), blending modes, LUT's etc. I even prepared a special .psd with a big number of layers which I just toggle on and off but I still find it ineffective. I would like to be able to batch generate a whole series of the same image with different effects, to the different degree applied. I haven't found anything suitable for this, just 'batch' options but for different image files. Have I overlooked something or the only way is to record a loooong action, which will apply various adjustments and save the images during the process? I thought it would be a natural option to generate previews of the image with different LUTs for instance but haven't found anything..

Answer 1

The way I'm understanding your question, it sounds like you are trying to create an automated action in Photoshop? Actions in Photoshop are basically ways of creating filters with the ability to still edit them, like you would do with editing an image on a smart phone.

Here is a link that may assist you with this: https://helpx.adobe.com/photoshop/using/creating-actions.html

I hope this helps and I'd be more than happy to assist you with anything else on this topic.