Affinity lets you create and manage layers using the Layers panel. Once created, layers can be renamed for easy identification.
From the Layers panel, you can create layers that can be used to place objects in your design. Multiple 'stacked' layers present layer objects in a logical, ordered and managed manner.
In addition, a child layer of any currently selected layer can be created. Use child layers for more complex multi-object designs where storing related objects in child layers under the parent layer might help object management further. Also use them to restrict adjustments and effects to the child layer only, instead of an entire layer.
The layer will be positioned in the layer stack according to the current layer selection and your choice of Insertion Target on the Edit menu.
You can enable Ask for name when creating Layers and Groups setting to be prompted to name them upon creation. This is found in the Settings>User Interface section.