Pattern layers

Pattern layers contain a fixed-size bitmap image which repeats across the entire document. You can paint designs on blank pattern layers or convert images and pixel selections into pattern layers.

Pattern layer

Repeating patterns: (A) pattern from layer content - rounded rectangle, (B) from a painted raster stroke, (C) from a pixel selection and (D) from the same pixel selection but after resizing and rotating.

Patterns can be mirrored, while filters can also be used to manipulate pattern layers.

After a pattern is added or made from a pixel selection, a bounding box indicates the "real" area of the pattern which can be transformed or edited at any time.

To create a blank pattern layer:

From the Layers Studio, tap the plus button and select New Pattern Layer from the pop-up menu.

Specify the dimensions of the pattern area that will repeat across the pattern layer—this sets the scaling of the pattern.

To create a pattern layer from a selection:

Do one of the following:
- For a selected layer: Select a layer from the Layers Studio with the Move Tool.
- For a pixel selection: Select pixels using a pixel selection tool, e.g. the Selection Brush Tool.
From the Layers Studio, tap the plus button and select Pattern Layer From Selection.

To paint a pattern:

Use the Layers Studio to select the pattern layer that you want to work on, or create a new pattern layer.
Select the Paint Brush Tool or another brush-based tool and adjust it to your preferences.
Paint on the page to paint a pattern. The stroke will be repeated across the entire document.

To make a pattern layer mirrored:

With the pattern layer selected, go to the Layers Studio and tap More to see more layer options.
Enable Pattern - Mirror to mirror the pattern.

To resize a pattern:

With the Move Tool, select the pattern layer.
Drag a corner or edge control handle on the pattern area's bounding box. The opposite handle is used as the anchor point.

To rotate a pattern:

With the Move Tool, select the pattern layer.
Do one of the following:
- Drag the pattern area's rotation handle.
- Position the cursor close to a corner handle and drag on the page.
- From the Arrange menu, select a rotate option.

To shear a pattern:

With the Move Tool, select the pattern layer.
Position the cursor close to the pattern area's side handle and drag on the page.

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