Create Layer on Surface Tool Properties

Working in the Camera view, the Create Layer on Surface tool lets you create a new vector or bitmap layer on the surface of the 3D object over which you are hovering. The new layer will be positioned at the point in Z depth on which you clicked, and is perpendicular to the camera so you can start drawing.

  1. In the Tools toolbar, select the Create Layer on Surface tool.

    2. The tool's properties are displayed in the Tool Properties view.

NOTE For tasks related to this tool, see Creating 2D Layers on Surface of 3D Objects.
Property Description

Vector Layer

Creates a new vector layer over the 3D object over which you are hovering.

Bitmap Layer

Creates a new bitmap layer over the 3D object over which you are hovering.