Using layer effects

Available layer effects:

^* Can be applied as multiple instances to the same object or layer.

Layer effects can be applied in two ways:

Via the Quick FX panel, using a simplified set of more commonly used settings.
Via the Layers Effects dialog, offering all settings plus the ability to create multiple instances of the same effect (for outline, shadows and overlays); effect instances can also be sorted to achieve different results.

For multi-instance effects, some examples include:

Multiple outer shadows to simulate multi-directional multi-coloured light sources.
Multiple gradients with transparency tail-offs and blend modes.

To apply layer effects via the Quick FX panel:

Select the layer(s) that you want to apply the effect to.
On the Quick FX panel, select the checkbox of the effect that you want to apply.
Adjust the settings as desired—options vary for each effect.
If required, select any other effects and adjust the settings.

To apply layer effects via the Layer Effects dialog:

Select the layer(s) that you want to apply the effect to.
Do any of the following:
- On the Layers panel, click Layer Effects.
- Select Layer>Layer Effects.
(Optional) Click Duplicate effect to create another instance of an outline, shadow or overlay effect; click Delete effect to remove any multi-instance effect.
Adjust the settings as desired—options vary for each effect.
If required, select any other effects and adjust the settings.

To edit layer effects using the Quick FX panel:

Select the layer that you want to edit.
On the Quick FX panel, choose the effect to expand the options you want to edit.
Adjust the settings as desired—options vary for each effect.
If required, repeat for any other effects.

To edit layer effects using the Layer Effects dialog: