# Overview of cel creation process

Saving Photoshop source art as a 3DO cel involves a few simple steps. Here's an overview of the process you'll encounter for each of the examples in this document.

The figure below illustrates the steps in creating a 3DO cel.

For examples using the required steps, return to Working With 3DO Cels. For examples of the optional steps, see Using Transparency and Special Effects.

Figure 3: Steps in creating a 3DO cel.