Bringing a layer forward in Procreate typically means changing its position in the Layers panel so that its content appears visually on top of the layers below it. However, the provided reference describes a method for moving layers (their content) on the canvas using the Transform tool.
Based on the information from the reference, here's how to move layer content on the canvas:
Moving Layer Content on the Canvas Using Transform
According to the video reference titled "How to move layers in Procreate" (demonstrated from 0:00 to 0:11), you can move the visual content of one or more layers around your artwork using the Transform tool. This allows you to reposition the elements of selected layers directly on your canvas.
Steps to Move Layers with the Transform Tool
Follow these steps to move your layer content on the canvas, as shown in the reference:
- Go to your Layers panel.
- On each layer you wish to move, slide to the right with your finger or Apple Pencil. This action selects the layer. You can slide right on multiple layers to select them all at once.
- Once the desired layer(s) are selected (they will be highlighted in blue), tap the Transform button in the top left toolbar. This button looks like a cursor or arrow icon.
- Now, you can move your selected layers (the artwork on the canvas belonging to those layers) to the desired position by dragging them with your Apple Pencil or finger.
Summary Table: Moving Layer Content
Here is a summary of the steps for moving layer content based on the reference:
| Step | Action | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Access Layers | Open the Layers panel. | Find the list of your layers. |
| 2. Select Layers | Slide right on layer(s). | Highlight the layer(s) you want to move. |
| 3. Tap Transform | Tap the arrow icon. | Activate the tool for moving, scaling, and rotating. |
| 4. Move Content | Drag on the canvas. | Reposition the artwork of the selected layer(s). |
This technique, as shown in the reference, is focused on adjusting the on-canvas placement of your layer's content.
