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 Send Forwards: Moves the layer all the way to the front.

 Duplicate: Makes a copy of the layer.
 Delete: Removes the layer from your drawing.

ADDING LAYERS

In Sketchpad, each new item, such as clipart, shapes or text, is added as its own
layer. This makes moving, editing or deleting easy without affecting other parts of
As you already know, Sketchpad is a fun and easy-to-use online drawing tool where the artwork. Layers are created automatically, so there is no need to add them
you can bring your ideas to life. In your previous class, you learnt how to draw manually.

shapes and add text. Now, let’s explore advanced tools like Layers, Clipart and
the Mirror Brush. RAPID RECALL Tick ( ) if you know this.

To open Sketchpad, simply type https://sketch.io/sketchpad-v5.1/ into your web

browser’s address bar and press the Enter key. 1. Layers are like clear, plastic sheets stacked one on top of the other in a drawing.
2. Layers can be dragged up or down to change their order.

LAYERS

Layers are like clear, plastic sheets stacked one on top of the other in a drawing.

Each layer holds a different part of your artwork which help you keep your drawing CREATING A LANDSCAPE
neat and organised. To create a landscape, plan your idea and choose

the right canvas size.
UNDERSTANDING THE LAYERS PANEL

The Layers Panel in Sketchpad helps control artwork. Layers can be dragged DESIGNING THE BACKGROUND A common canvas size is 8.5 x 11
inches, which is the same size as
up or down to change their order, which sets their position (z-position) in the After choosing the canvas size, start with the an A4 sheet.
scene. background. It is the base of the scene and goes

Each layer will show two important icons: behind everything, like the sky or ground.

Eyeball icon: This is used to show or hide a layer. It has two modes: There are several types of backgrounds you can create using the fill types:

 Visible Eyeball icon: It means the layer is shown in your artwork. Different Types of Backgrounds

 Crossed-out Eyeball icon: The layer is hidden but still exists and can be

shown again. Solid Linear Radial Pattern
Hamburger icon: When this icon is clicked, a context menu opens. The To keep the A smooth Uses circular Enhances visuals

options available in the context menu are as follows: focus on the transition from gradients to centre with unique
main elements one colour to focus and create repeating
 Send to Back: Moves the layer behind others.
of the drawing another visual depth elements
 Send to Front: Moves the layer slightly in front of another.

 Send Backwards: Moves the layer all the way to the back.

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