You can merge groups in Procreate Dreams using a simple pinch gesture directly on your layers. This method allows for quick consolidation of multiple elements into a single layer.
Merging Groups and Layers with the Pinch Gesture
Procreate Dreams simplifies the process of combining your creative elements through an intuitive tactile gesture. In Procreate Dreams, you can merge multiple groups or layers with a simple Pinch gesture. This intuitive action allows you to combine your creative elements efficiently.
Step-by-Step Guide to Merging
Follow these simple steps to merge your groups or layers:
- Identify Layers: Locate the layers or groups on your timeline or layer stack that you wish to merge.
- Perform the Pinch Gesture: With two fingers, pinch together the top and bottom layers you want to merge. This gesture should be performed directly on the layer thumbnails in your timeline or layer stack.
- Observe the Merge: Once the pinch gesture is complete, the selected layers will merge. Crucially, these will merge together along with every layer between them. For example, if you pinch layer 1 and layer 5, layers 2, 3, and 4 will also be included in the merge, forming a single new layer.
Practical Tips for Merging
- Streamlining Workflow: Merging layers can significantly clean up your timeline, making your project easier to navigate and potentially improving performance, especially in complex animations with many elements.
- Consolidation: Use this feature to consolidate elements that are finalized or logically belong together, such as all components of a background scene or specific character parts once their individual adjustments are complete.
- Undo Option: Don't worry if you merge something by mistake! Procreate Dreams includes an undo function, allowing you to easily revert your changes if needed.
