Merging layers

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When finished with the layer content on a couple layers, you can merge layers, using one of the merge tools to combine them.

There are two merge tools:

  • Merge with below takes the selected layer and combines it with the layer below.
  • Merge all layers combines all your layers.


Merging layers in Sketchbook Pro for desktop


Merge with below

Merge with below icon in the Sketchbook radial marking menu

Combine two layers into one.
Tap the upper layer's marking menu 1665084026712-lagoon-1.pngand flick down toward Merge with below icon in Sketchbook to merge it with the one below

Or press Cmd+E for Mac or Ctrl+E for Windows.


Merge all layers

Merge All icon in the Sketchbook radial marking menu

Combine all layers to create a project with one layer.

  • Tap a layer's marking menu 1665084026712-lagoon-1.pngand flick down and to the right toward Merge with below icon in Sketchbook to merge all layers. This will merge even hidden or locked layers
  • Unhide all layers with data you want to keep before merging. Any hidden layers will be lost in a merge.


Merging layers in Sketchbook for mobile devices

  1. Ensure the layer to be merged is above the one it will be merged with. If it isn’t, reposition it. See Reordering layers.
  2. In the Layer Editor‍, double-tap the top layer you want to merge to open the Layer Menu

    Merging layers in the handheld version of Sketchbook

  3. Tap Merge icon to merge two layers or Merge All icon  to merge all.