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To Create a New Layer
1. In an open design, click View > Layer Control. The Layer Control dialog box opens.
2. Click New. A new layer with a sequential layer number is added to the Layer list.
3. Double click the layer name, or click Rename and type a new name.
4. Configure the layer properties.
5. Click Apply to apply the changes and continue configuring layer properties, or click OK.