[Gimp-user] Layers - working with them

[s7habo <forums gimpusers com>]

> Thanks for the prompt reply.  You mention "make copies of these
> layers",  would you please detail the steps to "make a copy" of a
> layer for me.  

Hi, 
I made a picture where that was explained (see attachment).

> I'm brand new to GIMP and have not yet been able to
> install the GIMP help file(s) on my Win XP notebook.  I would welcome
> some help for installing the GIMP User Manual so as to benefit from
> its expertise.

Unfortunately I can't help you there, because I use Linux. 
But I recommend to have a look at online help:

https://www.gimp.org/docs/

Chapter about layers:

https://docs.gimp.org/2.10/en/gimp-image-combining.html#gimp-concepts-layers.

Attachments:
* http://www.gimpusers.com/system/attachments/994/original/GIMP_duplicate_layer.png

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