Changing the stacking order of layers

The order of layers in the palette is the same as the stacking order in the composition, with the topmost layer in the palette being the front layer in the composition.

To change the order of layers with the Layer menu:

1. In the Object Layers palette, select the layer that you want to move.
2. Choose Layer > Arrange, and choose an option from the submenu to rearrange the layer:
• Bring to Front to make the layer the topmost layer.
• Bring Forward to move the layer up one level in the stacking order.
• Send Backward to move the layer down one level in the stacking order.
• Send to Back to make the layer the bottommost layer in the composition.

To change the order of layers by dragging:

1. In the Object Layers palette, select the layer that you want to move.
2. Drag the layer up or down in the palette. When the outline of the layer you are dragging appears in the position you want, release the mouse button.

Changing layer order by dragging