To change the layer order in Adobe Illustrator, simply drag and drop the layers within the Layers panel.
Here's a more detailed explanation:
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Locate the Layers Panel: The Layers panel is usually located on the right side of your Illustrator workspace. If you don't see it, go to
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Select the Layer: In the Layers panel, each item in your artwork resides on a specific layer. Click on the name of the layer you want to move.
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Drag and Drop: Click and hold the layer you've selected. Drag it upwards or downwards in the Layers panel to the desired position. A blue line will appear, indicating where the layer will be placed when you release the mouse button.
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Release the Mouse Button: Release the mouse button to drop the layer into its new position. The stacking order of the objects in your artwork will change accordingly. Objects on layers higher in the panel will appear in front of objects on layers lower in the panel.
Key takeaways:
- The Layers panel visually represents the stacking order of your artwork.
- Dragging layers is the primary method for controlling the front-to-back arrangement of objects.
- Experiment with different arrangements to achieve the desired visual effect.
