Operation Manual

Working with Pages 49
In order to create new objects on a particular layer, you'll need to select the
layer.
To select a particular layer:
• Click a layer name. The layer entry then possesses a dark blue
background.
The Master Layer entries work slightly differently to other layers. They indicate
firstly that a master page and its layers are being used on the page, but also show
the actual master page being used (MasterA is represented by the letter A on the
layer entry). The master page's layers are not shown individually, but are
combined into one thumbnail for clarity. However, you can display master page
layers if required.
To display master page layers:
• Double-click the master layer entry. The Layers tab now shows the
master page's layers. Note that the master page is now selected in the
Pages tab.
For more information about master pages and assigning them to pages, see
Understanding master pages on p. 38.
Adding, removing, and rearranging layers
Once you've created a page, it's easy to add, delete, move, or merge layers as
needed. Moving a layer will place its objects in the front or back of those on
other layers.
To add a new layer to the current page or master page:
1. In the Layers tab, click Add Layer.
2. You'll be prompted to give the new layer a name and set its properties.
When you've made your selections, click OK.
The new layer is inserted above the currently selected layer, and is the foremost
layer. If a layer is not selected, the new layer is placed at the top of the stack.