Cannot isolate first layer without effecting second layer: Ai CS4
I add second layer and draw some paths, I then use Selection tool on paths but this always activates the first layer even though it is not highlighted.
The only method that seems to work is if I turn off the first layer completely using eye icon, whic is very time consuming.
I've just found out that CS5 will be released on April 12: will this address the issues that I'm experiancing, and will I qualify for free update (I bought it a month ago, but have not registered yet)?
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The only method that seems to work is if I turn off the first layer completely using eye icon, whic is very time consuming.
You don't have to hide the Layer; you can just lock it. You can also select Enter Isolation Mode from the Layers flyout menu.
But your feature request is legitimate. Other programs provide a setting to make only the current Layer active.
JET
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