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    Default Tracing a drawing from a previous Layer.

    I am a new user who previously used Microsoft PhotoDraw until it was discontinued. I apologize, but this is a terribly NOOB question.

    I have a drawing on Layer 1 which I'd like to trace. I add Layer 2, but can't find a way to make it transparent so I can see and trace Layer 1 below it.

    What am I missing?

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    Default Re: Tracing a drawing from a previous Layer.

    A new layer is by default transparent because there are not yet any objects in it. So, create your new layer, lock layer 1 to prevent any accidental movements or changes, select your drawing tool and start tracing. Or did I miss something in your post?

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    Default Re: Tracing a drawing from a previous Layer.

    Make sure your new layer is on the same page as your drawing.

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    Default Re: Tracing a drawing from a previous Layer.

    Thanks so much for the quick replies!

    Duh! I was creating a new PAGE, not a new LAYER . . . .

    Problem solved.

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    Default Re: Tracing a drawing from a previous Layer.

    Glad we could help. Welcome to TalkGraphics

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    Info Re: Tracing a drawing from a previous Layer.

    Why use a Layer when you can Lock the Shape and trace over it?
    Also if tracing ensure the final trace shape is partially transparent so you can see and correct errors.

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    Default Re: Tracing a drawing from a previous Layer.

    Why use a Layer when you can Lock the Shape and trace over it?
    Not sure why others might do this but when I do it, I want the subject I am tracing to be ghosted back so I can see the results of my tracing better.

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    Default Re: Tracing a drawing from a previous Layer.

    I usually just lock the shape but (generally) use a magenta line during the trace. Once in a while I'll knock back the opacity of the image, but generally just trace right on it.

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    Default Re: Tracing a drawing from a previous Layer.

    Quote Originally Posted by Acorn View Post
    Why use a Layer when you can Lock the Shape and trace over it?
    Also if tracing ensure the final trace shape is partially transparent so you can see and correct errors.

    Acorn
    if you want to be able to manipulate all your tracings without grouping anything - eg hide/show all in one go - you really need tham all on their own layer - eg line art from pencil scans

    I can think of a few other [non-web] reasons too relating to colouration techniques

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    Default Re: Tracing a drawing from a previous Layer.

    Quote Originally Posted by handrawn View Post
    if you want to be able to manipulate all your tracings without grouping anything - eg hide/show all in one go - you really need tham all on their own layer - eg line art from pencil scans
    I can think of a few other [non-web] reasons too relating to colouration techniques
    Not objections, but moving to a different layer when done or starting there is by-the-by.
    I had imagined the shape being traced was ephemeral.
    Acorn
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