Leo Martínez
Layers in MediBang Paint Pro allow you to work on different parts of your image separately, without altering other sections. This feature enables you to place elements on the canvas on top of each other, giving you the flexibility to paint over, edit, or delete specific parts without affecting the whole composition. To view a layer, you can access the Layers Panel, where you can select, edit, and rearrange layers to suit your creative needs. This guide will provide an overview of how to utilise the Layers Panel in MediBang Paint Pro, allowing you to efficiently manage and work with layers in your digital art projects.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| What is a layer? | A feature that allows you to paint one portion of a picture at a time, like layering clear film over it. |
| How to add a layer | Tap the icon on the bottom left of the layer menu. |
| How to select a layer | Click on the layer in the Layer Window. A selected layer will be highlighted blue. |
| How to delete a layer | Click on the layer you want to delete in the Layer Window. |
| How to move a layer | Tap the thumbnail of the layer and drag it up or down. |
| How to change the order of layers | Click on the icons in the layers panel with the layer you want to change selected. |
| How to hide a layer | Switch off the eye icon in the little box on the left-hand side. |
| How to view the contents of a layer | Tap once more on the eye icon to switch visibility back on. |
| How to alter the translucency of a layer | Adjust the layer opacity. |
| How to lock a layer | Select the layer and check "Alpha Lock" in the Layer Window. |
| How to clear the contents of a layer | Click "Layer" -> "Clear" on the menu or the "Delete" key on your keyboard. |
| How to rotate a layer | Select "Layer" -> "Rotate" in the menu. |
| How to flip a layer | Select "Layer" -> "Rotate" -> "Flip Horizontally" in the menu. |
| How to enable Clipping | Turn on Clipping. |
| How to enable the Draft Layer | Click Layer Property to access the draft layer settings. Check "Draft Layer" and click OK. |
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What You'll Learn
How to add a layer
Layers in MediBang Paint allow you to place elements on the canvas on top of each other without altering the individual parts. This feature enables you to paint over objects without making permanent changes, move objects around, edit elements, and delete what you need to. Think of it as stacking sheets of transparent glass, where you can paint on each sheet and put them together to create a unique effect.
To add a layer in MediBang Paint, follow these steps:
- Open the Layers Panel: Click on the icon in the command bar to access the Layers Panel.
- Add a New Layer: In the Layers Panel, click on the "Add Layer" icon, typically located in the lower left corner of the panel. This will create a new layer above the currently selected layer.
- Select Layer Type: Choose the type of layer you want to add. Basic types include color layers, image layers, photo layers, and folder layers.
- Rename the Layer (Optional): By default, new layers are named sequentially (e.g., Layer1, Layer2). For better organization, you can rename the layer by tapping on its name in the Layers Panel and typing in a new name.
- Adjust Layer Properties: You can adjust the layer's opacity, blending options, and other effects to achieve the desired result.
- Paint or Edit the Layer: Once you've added the layer, you can start painting or editing within that layer. Remember to check which layer you are working on to avoid accidental changes.
By adding and manipulating layers in MediBang Paint, you can create complex compositions and make non-destructive edits to your artwork.
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How to select a layer
To select a layer in Medibang Paint Pro, you can simply tap on a layer in the Layers Panel to access the Layers Options Menu. You can identify which layer is selected by looking for the layer that is highlighted blue.
You can also use the Selection Tool to select a layer. This allows you to select various parts of the canvas and layers to edit. The selected area is known as a "selection range". You can then use the "Bucket Tool" or "Transform Tool" to fill the area with paint or edit just the selected area.
Another way to select a layer is by using "Select" → "Create selection from Layer/Opacity" or "Create selection from Layer/Brightness". This allows you to create a selection based on whatever has been drawn on the active layer.
You can also select a layer by tapping the heart icon to select the "Heart" layer and then using auto-select inside the heart with the Reference set to Layer. When you invert the selection by “Select” → “Inverse” in the menu, the outside of the heart will be selected.
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How to edit a layer
To edit a layer in MediBang Paint Pro, you must first select the layer you want to edit. You can do this by tapping on the layer in the Layers Panel, which will also give you access to the Layers Options Menu. You can tell if a layer is selected by checking if it is highlighted blue.
Once you've selected your layer, you can edit it in a variety of ways. You can alter the translucency of the layer, change how it blends, or use the Clear function to erase everything in the layer. You can also use the eraser tool to remove finer details. If you want to protect the transparency of your layer, you can activate the Alpha Lock function. This will allow you to only edit the parts of the layer that already have "paint" on it. To do this, select the layer you want to lock and then check "Alpha Lock" in the Layer Window.
You can also duplicate or merge layers using the buttons at the bottom of the Layer Window. To duplicate a layer, click "Duplicate Layer." To merge layers, click "Merge Layer" to integrate the active layer into the lower layer. You can also move the order of your layers by tapping the thumbnail of the layer and dragging it up or down.
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How to delete a layer
To delete a layer in Medibang Paint Pro, first, select the layer you want to delete. You can do this by tapping the thumbnail of the layer. You can check whether a layer is selected by looking for a blue highlight around it.
Next, to delete the selected layer, tap the garbage bin icon next to the add icon. Alternatively, you can use the "Clear" function to erase everything in the selected layer. To do this, click "Layer" and then "Clear" in the menu, or simply press the "Delete" key on your keyboard.
Deleting a layer will remove all its contents, allowing you to start over with a blank canvas. This is different from using the eraser tool, which only removes finer details without affecting the entire layer.
Additionally, you can also rearrange layers by dragging and dropping them to change their order. This is useful if you want to view a layer that is currently hidden by another layer on top of it.
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How to hide a layer
To hide a layer in MediBang Paint Pro, you have a few options. Firstly, you can lock the layer by selecting it and then checking "Alpha Lock" in the Layer Window. This will prevent any new marks or edits from being made to the layer, essentially hiding it from any changes.
Another way to hide a layer is by using the Draft Layer setting. This type of layer will not show up in the exported product or when "Rasterized". To activate this, go to the Layer Property settings and check "Draft Layer". This is useful for layers that are meant for brainstorming or notes, as they can only be viewed when editing the file.
Additionally, you can hide a layer by altering its order in the stack. Layers are stacked from bottom to top, so moving a layer to the bottom may hide it from view, depending on the other layers' opacity and content. To move a layer, tap its thumbnail and drag it up or down.
Finally, you can also hide a layer by deleting it entirely. This can be done by using the Clear function in the Layer Menu or by pressing the "Delete" key on your keyboard. This will erase all the contents of the selected layer, effectively hiding it from view.
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Frequently asked questions
To view a layer, open the Layers Panel by clicking the icon in the command bar. You can then select the layer you want to view by clicking on it.
The selected layer will be highlighted blue.
Switch on the eye icon in the little box on the left-hand side to show the contents of the layer.
Move the layer so that its thumbnail overlaps with that of the folder and let it go.
Open the Layers Panel and tap on a layer to access the Layer Options Menu.
