Several objects on the same layer?

[Sven007]

Hi! I am a former Illustrator user, I don't remember if this was possible in Illustrator, but is it possible in Designer to create several object on the same layer? Instead for new layer for every  object?

Sincerely, 

 

[Old Bruce]

You can use Layer layers. They are similar to grouping the items, containers for several 'layers'. 

[henryanthony]

It was and, I assume it still is, possible in Illustrator to draw multiple items on a layer and easily move items to other layers. Not a great implementation of layers in Affinity - Version 1. But, oh well, It's just a different way of working to a similar end with a different means. I wonder if this is because of patent issues with Adobe. LOL, I remember when Adobe first introduced layers. It was one of the greatest features ever in my opinion.

[thomaso]

2 hours ago, Sven007 said:

I don't remember if this was possible in Illustrator, but is it possible in Designer to create several object on the same layer?

54 minutes ago, henryanthony said:

I assume it still is, possible in Illustrator to draw multiple items on a layer and easily move items to other layers.

It is not quite clear what "item" you have in mind with "draw multiple items" and what with "layer".

In addition to @Old Bruce's hint about the layer type "Layer" that may contain all sorts of layer types or "items", you can create multiple lines/strokes/curves on one layer if you activate the option in the Context Toolbar:

… and you can separate such a "Curves" object into several layers with the menu option Layer -> Geometry -> Separate Curves:

In AD + APh you have an Assistent window to set your preferences for certain actions within the Layers panel when creating new items:

[henryanthony]

@thomaso By "items" I mean things that can be created by the program such as lines (paths/curves), polygons, text, etc., and imported images.

Thanks for the enlightenment. Clearly, I refer to my experience with older versions of Illustrator and try to use AD to reproduce that experience. From your comments I see there is a greater depth of organization - and functionality - in AD than that I have come to understand as yet. Fortunately, my limited knowledge has been enough to use AD to my advantage and get the work done that I need. 

There is so much more to discover!

[KarinC]

Personally, I wouldn't want multiple objects on a layer.

[Sven007]

The question wasn't about what others thought. I am done here.

[KarinC]

It's not about what others think, it has to do with the power of using layers.