I was just reading a post the other day about layers and how you need to be careful about changing layers. Well I done it. I lost track of what I was doing and started laying track and after a couple saves I realized I didn't change layers. So is there a way to move what I did to the layer I needed it to be in the first place. Thanks for any help in advance.
Ok I done it
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I'm certain that all is not lost, it is just merged, or separated somehow
From what I hear "layers" are like a multi tiered cake
In TRS2006 there are only two layers:
1) route/terrain/track/signals/scenery items ... etc ...
2) sessions/train consists
From what I hear "layers" are like a multi tiered cake
In TRS2006 there are only two layers:
1) route/terrain/track/signals/scenery items ... etc ...
2) sessions/train consists
Had a another look but unfortunately, only scenery objects can be moved to a different layer using the Bulk Asset Update/Replace dialog. Nor can Bridges, Tunnels, multitracks or trains be replaced.
Other than those limitations, it is a very powerful tool. A great way to add random trees or other objects, move them to another layer or delete multiple copies, all from a single dialog box.
Other than those limitations, it is a very powerful tool. A great way to add random trees or other objects, move them to another layer or delete multiple copies, all from a single dialog box.
Looks like the old slow and painful way is best. Either ...
- delete all the track that has been placed in the wrong layer, lock all layers except the route layer (where you should be laying the track) and then lay it all again. This may actually be quicker, or
- individually select each track segment, then open the object properties for that segment, open the Layer Name box and select the new layer. Make sure that the Bound Layer is set to <none>. Repeat for each track segment. I have done this with forests of trees enough times - it can actually be a soothing replacement for your normal medication.
If you hide the receiving layer then as each item is moved to the new layer it disappears from view so you know what has been moved and what is still to be done.
If the receiving layer is the base route layer then rather create a new route layer (Track) and first move the session track to the (hidden) Track layer then, if required, merge the track layer to the route layer when satisfied
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Yes, thank you - I forgot about that trick.
TANE SP2 does not save the property changes
I have tried the changing of the property layer for each section of track, which works fine on SP2, but when I save the files, the changes do not get saved. I have to change something else, like the track kuid, before my layer changes get saved. It would seem that TANE SP2 does not flag the files as dirty if only the track properties are changed.
MikeBr
I have tried the changing of the property layer for each section of track, which works fine on SP2, but when I save the files, the changes do not get saved. I have to change something else, like the track kuid, before my layer changes get saved. It would seem that TANE SP2 does not flag the files as dirty if only the track properties are changed.
MikeBr