03-16-2019, 08:58 AM
(03-16-2019, 05:44 AM)Blighty Wrote:(03-15-2019, 07:46 PM)adam_b2019 Wrote: Honestly, I got confused by the process of adding a transparent layer. I couldn't do it. Total newbie here...your instructions are clear so it's my bad. What is the advantage of creating a new layer as opposed to just using the grow function on the image? I'll be saving it as a PDF and exporting it if that makes any difference.
To create a new layer below your image:
1. Select the Layers Dialogue
2. There is a button "Create a new layer" - select the "Transparency" option
3.The new layer is created above your image. Use the down arrow to move it below your image.
Why use a new transparent layer?
If you just use the Grow option on the image layer and then bucket fill - the colours will damage your black lines. If you bucket fill the colours on the layer below the black lines then the lines are not affected at all. The black lines will be above the colours. Experiment and see the difference. Remember that you can use Undo.
Thank you, I'll have a play around with it! That's really helpful, I'm grateful
