# Paste as Single Layer

The Paste as Single Layer command creates a new layer in the active image and pastes the clipboard contents into it. If the data are not rectangular or square in shape, any regions that do not extend to the edge of the canvas are left transparent (an Alpha channel is automatically created). Of course, you have to copy your selection before you use this command.

## Activating the Command

You can access this command from the main menu through Edit Paste as Paste as Single Layer .

Layer Paste
Selection Paste
Paste as Single Layer