See the Layer Browser in Action
What Is the Layer Browser?
The Layer Browser helps you view and organize different content layers within your design. Layers appear in a list on the left side of the editor. Items at the top of the list appear above those lower in the hierarchy.
Where to Find It
You can access the Layer Browser from the left-side menu while in the Create tab. It displays a hierarchical list of all document layers.
How to Use the Layer Browser
Selecting a Layer
Click on any layer in the list to view and edit its settings. For example, selecting a section layer opens the section's attributes panel.
Using Keyboard Shortcuts
Speed up your workflow with these shortcuts:
Copy a layer: Press
Ctrl + C(Windows) orCommand + C(Mac).Paste a layer: Press
Ctrl + V(Windows) orCommand + V(Mac).Delete a layer: Select it and press the
Deletekey.
Renaming Layers
To keep layers organized, rename them:
Double-click a layer name.
Type your new name (e.g., “Header” for a top section).
Troubleshooting:
Column Missing Trash Icon
If a column is missing the trash/delete icon:
Click to select the column in the Layer Browser.
Press the
Deletekey on your keyboard to remove it manually.
This shortcut will work even if the trash icon is not visible.
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