<aside> 🗒️ The scatter tool allows users to create and use multiple layers. This assists users in switching among layers seamlessly without having to recreate the conditions/properties they previously used.

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How to use layers

A user can use Layers in the scatter tools for multiple reasons. The most common use cases for layers are as follows.

1. Organizing Objects:
   • Layers allow you to categorize or group objects based on their type or purpose. For example, you can have one layer for trees, another for rocks, and another for bushes, making it easier to work with specific types of objects.
2. Controlling Distribution:
   • You can control where and how objects are scattered by assigning them to specific layers. For instance, you might scatter trees in one area and rocks in another, each on its own layer.
3. Visibility Management:
   • Layers help you toggle the visibility of objects. You can easily hide or show specific groups of scattered objects by enabling or disabling the corresponding scatter in the outliner.
4. Selective Editing:
   • Layers allow you to apply changes, such as scaling or rotation, to specific groups of scattered objects. This is particularly useful for adding variation to your scene.
5. Easy Duplication:
   • If you want to create variations of your scatter, you can duplicate a layer and make slight modifications, such as adjusting the density or the size of objects.
6. Collision Avoidance:
   • When using scatter tools in landscaping or architectural design, layers can help prevent object overlap. Objects placed via different layers won't intersect, creating a more realistic and natural appearance.
7. Optimizing Scene Performance:
   • Layers can also help you manage the performance of your scene. You can hide individual scatters that are not currently in view to improve rendering speed and efficiency.
8. Iterative Design:
   • During the design process, you can experiment with different scatter arrangements and easily switch between them by toggling the visibility of the scatters.
9. Complex Ecosystems:
   • In the context of creating natural environments or ecosystems, layers help you manage the diversity of flora and fauna in a way that mimics real-world ecosystems.