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Understanding layers

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Understanding layers

As drawings grow in complexity, it becomes important to organize them using logical layers. Layers allow us to control the visual properties of our objects. Colors, line types and line weights, for example, can easily be applied using layers. Layers also give us control over display, allowing us to turn objects on and off when we're working or creating plots. In this lesson, we're going to introduce the concept of layers. On my screen, I have a drawing that represents several single family lots. Just for a second, let's assume I created this drawing using a traditional pencil and paper. Let's also say, after I finish the drawing, I gave it to you. And you looked at it and said, you know what, this drawing looks great except, I'd like to get a copy without all of these dimensions. Well, since everything was drawn on the paper, there's really no easy way I can do this for you without using an eraser or some Wite-out. Now, let's imagine that I created the drawing a different way. What if…

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