Merge layers in the Template Builder

Merging layers is an action that involves combining two or more vector layers into a single layer. This can be useful for simplifying the structure of a design or for applying certain effects to multiple objects simultaneously.

Prerequisites

• You must have administrator access to use this feature

To merge layers in the Template Builder:

1. Log into your DecoNetwork Website.
2. Browse to Admin > Stock Designs.

   

   

3. Select Stock Designs List.
   
4. Click the Add Design button in the Breadcrumb & Action bar and click Create Template from the drop-down menu.
   

   The Template Builder app is loaded in the window.

   
5. Add images and text to the design area and position them as required.

   See the article Add a design in the Template Builder for instructions on how to add an image.

6. If not already expanded, click on the Layers tab in the Arrange Panel to expand it.

   The Layers tab expands to show all the objects contained in the design.

   
7. Hold down the Ctrl key and click on each layer you want to be merged.
8. Click on the Merge Selected Layers button.
   

   Objects from each of the selected layers will be merged into a single layer.

9. Click on Save & Edit in the Title Bar when done.