color overlay exports as image not vector - Affinity Designer

[Beck]

Hey Everyone,

I just wanted to know if it's normal for a Vector to export as an "Image" if a color overlay is applied? 

I have a complex design with many curves, lines & shapes and its much quicker for me to change the whole color of the design by selecting the group and using Effects > Color Overlay rather than having to select all elements individually and change the color manually. The shapes are a mix of outlines and color fills. 

When I export the design with Color Overlay, it shows as "image". When i removed Color Overlay, it shows as normal curves and i can edit accordingly. 

If for some reason this is normal and I can't export the design as Vector with Color Overlay, does anyone have any suggestions on how to quickly and easily change the color of a Group of curves, lines & shapes? 

thanks! 

[walt.farrell]

Yes, I think that's normal for Affinity.

[Beck]

I see, this is the first time actually noticing! 

Would you know any other ways to change the color of a group of curves / shapes similar to color overlay but able to export as Vector?

 

thanks! 

[walt.farrell]

Having a sample document (.afdesign) to know for sure exactly what you're trying would help. But have you tried simply selecting the Group, and then changing the Stroke or Fill from the Context Toolbar?