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The object term is used here for text or an image. Note that parts of text can be separate objects as in the picture below.
An object can be selected, in this state its resize handles are displayed.
Objects in Art Text are located one over another forming a layered structure. One layer contains only one object. Adding or removing a layer means also adding or removing an object. No object can exist without a layer.
Some operations provided in Art Text are natural for objects (changing color or creating a shadow effect). Others are natural for layers (merging layers). When we discuss the object layering, we will talk about layers. When we mention the layer content or applying effects, we will talk about objects.
Tools for working with layers usually change the appearance of the content.
For working with layers, use the Layers panel and the Layer bar.
To choose an image or edit text, use the Layer Content window.
To modify objects, use the Effects (Cmd-1), Geometry (Cmd-2) or Styles (Cmd-3) tab.