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How to Adjust Stencil Layers and Detail

Every layer has one Threshold slider that trades detail against how easy the stencil is to cut. Push it for texture and fine shadow, pull it back for bold shapes that survive a craft knife.

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Follow these steps

  1. In the Layers panel, move a layer's Threshold slider. Lower keeps fewer details and leaves fewer loose pieces.
  2. Open Adjust in the side bar to work on one layer at a time with the same Threshold control.
  3. Switch to Cut sheet to see that layer on its own while you adjust it.
  4. Tap a layer thumbnail to change its paint colour, or the eye button to hide it.

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