# Adding Layers

Layouts are built from layers. Each layer adds a specific element to your design, such as a photo frame, text, graphic, or shape.

When you create a new layout, at least one capture frame layer is added automatically. If you migrate or duplicate a layout, you may already have additional layers saved.

You can add more layers at any time to customize your design. Layers can be stacked, resized, and repositioned on the canvas, and each layer has its own settings in the [**Inspector**](/copy-of-halo-app/layout-designer/layout-designer-overview.md#inspector-panel).

Selecting a layer on the canvas opens its settings, where you can adjust its appearance, size, position, and behavior. When no layer is selected, the Inspector shows settings for the layout as a whole.

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#### How to Add a Layer

Follow these steps to add new elements to your design:

1. Open the **Layout Designer**.
2. From the [**Layer List**](/copy-of-halo-app/layout-designer/layout-designer-overview.md#layer-list), select the + button to view the layer options.
3. Select the layer you would like to add.

{% hint style="info" %}
How the app responds next depends on the layer you choose. Some layers are added immediately, while others may require additional setup, such as choosing a file from your computer or iPad.
{% endhint %}

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#### Managing Layers

Once a layer is added, you can duplicate it to save time or lock it to prevent accidental changes while you work on other parts of your design.

1. Select the layer on your [**Canvas**](/copy-of-halo-app/layout-designer/layout-designer-overview.md#canvas).
2. **To duplicate a layer**: Select the **duplicate icon** (two overlapping squares) to create an exact copy of the selected layer and its settings.
3. **To lock a layer**: Select the **lock icon**. When a layer is locked, it cannot be moved or resized until you unlock it

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#### Layer Position & Size

Manually adjust a layer's size & position from the canvas by dragging or dropping, or use the [**Inspector**](/copy-of-halo-app/layout-designer/layout-designer-overview.md#inspector-panel) or [**Layer List**](/copy-of-halo-app/layout-designer/layout-designer-overview.md#layer-list) tools to make precise adjustments:

* **Quick Position**: Instantly align the layer to the center or edges of the canvas.
* **Nudge Controls**: Use the arrow buttons for small, precise adjustments.
* **Rotate**: Use the rotation slider or the +/- buttons to tilt your layer.
* **Layer Order:** Move a layer above or below other layers to control how elements overlap.
* **Scale to Fill**: Quickly scale the layer to fill the entire available layout area.

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#### Deleting Layers

If you need to remove a layer from your canvas, follow these steps:

1. Select the layer on your [**Canvas**](/copy-of-halo-app/layout-designer/layout-designer-overview.md#canvas).
2. If the layer is locked, select the **lock icon** to unlock it.
3. Select the **trash can icon** to delete the layer.
4. A confirmation message will appear. Select **Delete** to confirm or **Cancel** to keep the layer.


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