topic Re: How to create a new layer? in AutoCAD for Mac Forum

How to create a new layer?

craig — Tue, 12 Sep 2017 16:19:28 GMT

I'm using AutoCAD LT and I'm trying to figure out how to create a new layer. The knowledge base article advises clicking on the new layer button in the layers palette, but there is no such button.

Re: How to create a new layer?

imadHabash — Tue, 12 Sep 2017 16:43:42 GMT

Hi,

>> .... advises clicking on the new layer button in the layers palette <<

from LAYER command line. at the left top of the dialog.

Regards,

Re: How to create a new layer?

craig — Tue, 12 Sep 2017 16:43:25 GMT

Thx, but when I type LAYER, there is no new layer button, only a list of layer commands none of which include the word NEW.

Re: How to create a new layer?

imadHabash — Tue, 12 Sep 2017 16:49:50 GMT

would you please try LA command. it's supposed to get a Layer Properties manager and as describe here >> Click <<

all respect..

Re: How to create a new layer?

pendean — Tue, 12 Sep 2017 16:54:18 GMT

Do you have layer overrides turned on?

-LAYER (with a dash in the name) is what you can use if you want to type your way to creating a new layer and avoid the pop-up.

Re: How to create a new layer?

john.vellek — Tue, 12 Sep 2017 18:33:52 GMT

Hi @craig,

In the Ribbon at the top is a Layers panel. If you click on the icon labeled Layer Properties it will open the Layer Properties manager. From there you should be able to easily create a new layer.

Alternatively, you can type -Layer to have the command line version which includes New.

I made a short video that shows both options. If you are still stuck, please let me know what you are seeing on your side and I will try to help.

Please select the Accept as Solution button if my post solves your issue or answers your question.

Re: How to create a new layer?

craig — Tue, 12 Sep 2017 18:54:13 GMT

Thx John.vellek,

I guess my problem is even more basic, there are no tabs on my screen like you have on yours.

Re: How to create a new layer?

GrantsPirate — Tue, 12 Sep 2017 19:00:41 GMT

Try the AutoCAD for Mac forum for this.

https://forums.autodesk.com/t5/autocad-for-mac-forum/bd-p/520

Re: How to create a new layer?

john.vellek — Tue, 12 Sep 2017 20:04:23 GMT

HI @craig,

I apologize that I didn't catch that you were using AutoCAD for Mac. The bigger screen capture helped! I remade my video that shows how to do this on the Mac.

LA brings up the Layer Properties Manager. The NEW LAYER icon is at the bottom of this window. You can also rt-click over a layer name to bring up a menu that includes New Layer.

Thanks for your patience. I hope this helps more with your specific product question.

Please select the Accept as Solution button if my post solves your issue or answers your question.

Re: How to create a new layer?

john.vellek — Tue, 12 Sep 2017 20:12:00 GMT

Hi Craig,

I am glad my video helped. Since you are apparently new to AutoCAD for Mac, I wanted to share this series of lessons on YouTube that you might find useful.

Have a good day!

Re: How to create a new layer?

craig — Tue, 12 Sep 2017 20:14:08 GMT

Thank you john.vellek and the others in this forum who offered help!

Re: How to create a new layer?

Anonymous — Wed, 30 May 2018 05:10:05 GMT

Why do you guys keep changing **** on the interface? just leave it as is! I can't find a simple "new layer" button - thats how dumb the change is. omg - so frustrating.

Re: How to create a new layer?

najeeb_jp — Wed, 22 Jan 2025 10:45:15 GMT

add minus before LA (-LA)