Using Layers > Using the Layer Properties dialog box
Using the Layer Properties dialog box
To view or set a layer's properties, you can use the Layer Properties dialog box. Most of these properties can also be set in the Timeline.
To edit layer properties:
1 | Double-click the icon of the layer whose properties you want to edit. |
2 | Select one of the following options: |
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Name lets you enter a name for the layer. |
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Show displays or hides the layer. |
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Lock locks the layer to prevent editing; deselecting this option unlocks the layer to allow editing. |
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Normal specifies the layer as the default type on which you draw and animate objects. |
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Guide specifies the layer as a guide layer on which you can draw objects to help you align your artwork. See Using guide layers. |
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Guided is normal layer linked to a motion guide layer. A motion guide layer controls the movement of objects in a motion tween. See Tweening motion along a path. |
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Mask is a type of layer in which you create holes to expose the objects on one or more underlying layers. This is used for creating effects such as spotlights and transitions. You can link several layers to a Mask layer. See Using mask layers. |
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Masked is a normal layer that is linked to a mask layer. |
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Outline color is the color used to display objects on the layer as outlines. |
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View Layer as Outlines displays all objects on the layer as outlines. |
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Layer Height specifies the height of the layer in the Timeline. |
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