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

 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
the artwork. Layers are created automatically, so there is no need to add them

manually.

RAPID RECALL Tick ( ) if you know this.

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.

CREATING A LANDSCAPE

To create a landscape, plan your idea and choose

the right canvas size.

DESIGNING THE BACKGROUND A common canvas size is 8.5 x 11
inches, which is the same size as
After choosing the canvas size, start with the an A4 sheet.
background. It is the base of the scene and goes
behind everything, like the sky or ground.

There are several types of backgrounds you can create using the fill types:

Different Types of Backgrounds

Solid Linear Radial Pattern
To keep the A smooth Uses circular Enhances visuals

focus on the transition from gradients to centre with unique
main elements one colour to focus and create repeating

of the drawing another visual depth elements

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