To change the layer of an object in draw.io, follow these simple steps:
Steps to Change an Object's Layer in draw.io
- Select the Object(s): Begin by selecting the shapes, connectors, or text that you wish to move to a different layer.
- Open the Layers Dialog: Access the Layers dialog. This is typically located in the toolbar or menu.
- Move the Selection: In the layers dialog, look for the "Move selection to" icon (a box with an arrow pointing downwards into it). This icon is used to reassign the selected object to a new layer.
- Choose the Destination Layer: After clicking the "Move selection to" icon, a list of available layers will appear. Select the layer to which you want to move the object(s).
Practical Example
Imagine you have a diagram with different components organized into distinct layers. For instance, you may have:
- Layer 1: Background elements.
- Layer 2: Main flow elements.
- Layer 3: Supporting annotations.
If you have an annotation in Layer 2 (Main Flow), and you decide that it belongs more logically in Layer 3 (Supporting annotations), you would:
- Select the annotation in your diagram.
- Open the Layers dialog.
- Click on the "Move selection to" icon.
- Choose "Layer 3" from the list.
The annotation will then be moved to Layer 3.
| Step | Action | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Select Object(s) | Select what you want to move |
| 2 | Open Layers Dialog | Access the Layers menu in draw.io |
| 3 | Click 'Move Selection To' | Click the icon to change the layer |
| 4 | Select Destination Layer | Choose the layer to move the objects to |
By following these steps, you can easily manage the layering of your diagrams in draw.io. This keeps your diagrams organized and helps with more complex editing tasks.
