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Terry from what I've heard 3 is better than 2, and 4 is not better than 3, Adobe have simply plugged some holes which allowed 3rd party effects to used. Nodoubt someone will correct me on that if I'm wrong.
I don't think any of the versions have the layer mask built in, people just download the relevant 3rd party software.
Simon
I have two, and was thinking of getting four, but now I'm waiting for five :oD
Although some of the useful plug-ins were found not to be useable in four, alternatives have been developed which are compatible (and should be in five, too, they say), so I think I shall invest in the latest one.
Did that make any sense whatsoever?
Glad I got even the old v.7 of Paint Shop Pro, hear that v.11 is approaching .. that was before Elements was released .. seems it is missing on various important tools, some accessible through plug-ins ...I've never felt the need for a plug-in with PSP though it will handle most PS plug-ins with the latter versions v.8 onwards I think, maybe v.9.
Elements always had "clipping masks" which generally suffice.
Both layer masks and clipping masks have their place, even in Photoshop CS2 
Have a look at my Elements tutorial here:
http://www.photon.me.uk/PSE/PaintingPSE.htm
And yes, there are plugins available that add layer masks to Elements 2. Check out:
Hidden Elements - I have the Elements 2 book and it was very helpful indeed. Taught me a lot of Photoshop trickery
Matt
Anyone with 2 or 3 will proberbly find the upgrade to 5 worth it in my opinon.
In case anyone is interested i just downloaded a layer mask plugin, it's free and works a treat with elements 2.
http://graphicssoft.about.com/od/pselements/p/layermasks.htm
Quote: In case anyone is interested i just downloaded a layer mask plugin, it's free and works a treat with elements 2.
graphicssoft.about.com/od/pselements/p/layermasks.htm
Or alternativly click on the link I supplied in this thread
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