Layers and Artboard Management Flashcards
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What happens to objects when you delete a layer that contains them?
Answer: They are deleted with the layer
Deleting a layer removes all artwork contained on that layer.
Which option moves a selected object to a different layer in the Layers panel?
Answer: Dragging the colored selection square
Dragging the small colored indicator square moves the selected object to the target layer.
What does 'Template' layer mode do?
Answer: Dims and locks the layer for tracing
A template layer is dimmed, locked, and non-printing, ideal for tracing reference images.
How can you rename an artboard?
Answer: Double-click its name in the Artboards panel
Double-clicking the artboard name in the Artboards panel makes it editable.
What is the purpose of the artboard's bleed setting?
Answer: Extends artwork past the trim edge for printing
Bleed defines an area beyond the artboard edge so printed artwork extends to the trim line.
Which shortcut selects all layers' objects at once is best replaced by which action to select one full layer?
Answer: Click the layer's target circle
Clicking the target (selection) circle to the right of a layer selects all objects on it.
What does 'Paste Remembers Layers' do when enabled?
Answer: Pastes objects onto their original layers
With this option on, copied objects paste back onto the same layers they came from.