Deleting layers

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If you were working with a reference image and are finished with it, use Delete to remove the layer containing it. When you delete layers, this frees up space in the Layer Editor for new layers.


Deleting layers in Sketchbook Pro for desktop

To delete a layer:

  1. In the Layer Editor, tap a layer to select it.
  2. Do either of the following:

  • tap-hold Radial marking menu and flick Delete layer icon in Sketchbook.

    Delete layers in the Sketchbook Pro layers marking menu

  • or click Layer menu icon in Sketchbook and select Delete.

    Layer menu icon in the Sketchbook Layer Editor

If you have any hidden layers‍, you can delete them all at the same time by choosing "Delete Hidden Layers".



Deleting layers in Sketchbook for mobile devices

  1. In the Layer Editor, tap a layer to select it.
  2. Tap the selected layer again to open the Layer menu.
  3. Then, tap Delete icon and OK.


If you have any hidden layers‍, you can delete them all at the same time by choosing Delete Hidden Layers.

Another way to delete a layer is to drag the layer up to the top of the Layer Editor, the "New Layer" + icon will change to a trash can icon as you drag over it.