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Adding layers

Last updated on 27 May 2025

Note: Images, videos and some instructions on this page may not be accurate. Please bear with us as we update the Docs for Sketch’s new UI.

To add a layer, click the Insert Create button in the toolbar or open the Insert menu in the Menu Bar. Select the type of layer you want to add, such as a shape, text or image.

How to insert a layer using the Insert button in the toolbar