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# Create a Layer

1. Click the Layers icon in the left navigation bar. 

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2. The Layers panel displays a list of existing layers. To create a new layer, click **+ Layer**.&#x20;

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3. An Add Layer box will pop up.&#x20;

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4. Select a layer type. Read about the different [layer types](/user-guide/layers.md#types-of-layers).&#x20;

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5. A filtered list of datasets relevant to the layer type will be available for selection.

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6. Additional selections may be required based on the layer type.
7. Collapse the layer settings menu when finished.