10.2.5. Renaming Layers

Layers can be renamed to express the part of the diagram they represent, giving them the ability to be rapidly located among others. Most importantly, layers can be shown or hidden depending on what part of the diagram you would like to show.

Double-clicking on the name of the layer opens the Edit Layer Attributes dialog, which displays the current name of the layer in a textbox. Enter a new name for the layer in the textbox. To confirm the changes, depress the OK button. Selecting the Cancel button will close the Edit Layer Attributes dialog without making any changes.

	Tip
	Naming layers that describe the purpose of the layer is a useful way to remember what it is for. Don't hesitate to create many different layers in your diagram, Dia doesn't constrain you on the number of layers you've created, so feel free to adjust the hierarchy of the diagram to your own needs.