To change the transparency of a selected layer in Sketchbook Pro for desktop, you use either a slider or a percentage input box.
Understanding Layer Transparency (Opacity)
Transparency, often referred to as opacity, controls how much you can see through a layer. A fully opaque layer is solid, while a fully transparent layer is invisible. Adjusting this setting allows you to blend layers, create effects, or control visibility.
According to the reference on changing layer opacity in Sketchbook Pro for desktop, the transparency setting specifically affects the layer that is currently active (highlighted) in your layer stack.
Methods for Changing Transparency
Based on the provided information, there are two primary ways to adjust the transparency level of your active layer in Sketchbook Pro:
- Dragging a Slider: You can directly manipulate a graphical slider element. Moving the slider up or down will increase or decrease the opacity level accordingly.
- Entering a Percentage Value: Alternatively, you can type a specific numerical value representing the desired percentage of opacity into a designated box.
These methods allow for precise control over the layer's visibility.
Opacity Scale Explained
The opacity level is typically represented on a scale:
- 100: Represents 100% opacity, meaning the layer is completely solid and not transparent at all.
- 0: Represents 0% opacity, meaning the layer is fully transparent and invisible.
- Values between 0 and 100: Represent varying degrees of transparency, allowing the content of layers below to show through.
By utilizing the slider or entering a percentage between 0 and 100, artists can effectively control the transparency of their selected layer.
