Have you ever wanted to copy multiple layers from one canvas to another in Procreate? It’s completely possible with all the new Procreate 5 updates! All you have to do is follow this step by step process. Let’s get started! Do this process a couple times and you won’t forget it.

1. Create a blank canvas

This is the new blank canvas you will eventually move all of your layers to. Take a moment to format the canvas to your design needs before copying the layers over.

2. Click back into your original canvas

This is the canvas with all of your layers and artwork you want to transfer.

3. In Layers Panel Select the Layers you want to copy

If you are not familiar with how to select multiple layers I’ve got you covered with THIS tutorial. You can select as many layers as you want. There’s no limit here. It’s also important to note that these layers will be copied so you don’t have to worry about them disappearing from this original canvas.

4. Drag  Layers out onto Canvas

Take your right pointer finger and simply press down on one of the selected layers and drag it onto your canvas.

5. Use Apple Pencil to Tap ‘Gallery’

While still holding down the layers with that right finger, put your apple pencil in your left hand and tap ‘gallery’ in the upper left corner with your left hand.

6. Drag Layers into an empty space in the gallery

Don’t let them go. Keep holding down the layers until you complete the next step.

7. Use Apple Pencil to open blank canvas

You should make sure to make a new blank canvas BEFORE you start step 2. If you skipped this step you have to go back to square one and start over.

8. Drag layers into center of Canvas then let go

You should see a loading screen that lets you know the layers are importing. Then you’re done!

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How To Copy Multiple Layers In Procreate

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May 22, 2020

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