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Use Layer > Flatten Image before saving. If you don't flatten, Photoshop assumes you want to save the layers, forcing a "Save As".

Here is helpful content addressing both potential interpretations: 1. Troubleshooting "1 - Copy.jpg" (Photoshop Saving Issue) 1 - Copy.jpg

If you are trying to save a JPG but Photoshop keeps creating a "1 - Copy.jpg" instead of overwriting the original, it is often due to layered files or modern security/batch processing behavior. Use Layer > Flatten Image before saving

When using Save a Copy , manually select the exact same file name and location, and confirm that you want to replace it when prompted. 2. Creating & Managing JPG Copies (Best Practices) 1 - Copy.jpg