# How to view layers in Ideaboard?

> Layers can be useful to rearrange components to the front or back easily.  You can also use the 'Bring to Front' and 'Send to...

Source: https://mockflow.com/docs/boards/to-view-layers-in-ideaboard

Layers can be useful to rearrange components to the front or back easily.  You can also use the 'Bring to Front' and 'Send to Back' options that are available on right-clicking the component.

Nonetheless, using layers allows you to distinctly observe them and reorganize them as necessary in a more precise manner.

1. In the MockFlow Board editor, click the 'Layers' icon in the top right.

![Layers in MockFlow Ideaboard](https://assets.mockflow.com/docs/media/5022cd1ad79f199315314ee2.webp)

1. The Layers sidebar will appear, listing all components used in the MockFlow Board canvas. You can easily rearrange them by dragging and dropping.

![Rearrange components using layers](https://assets.mockflow.com/docs/media/d6ee2ca81a46df3810537678.gif)

## **Rearrange Layers**

The layers can be rearranged by dragging and dropping them, which will adjust the position of the components on the canvas.

![Rearranging Layers IdeaBoard](https://assets.mockflow.com/docs/media/2bb8e4c631bb6eb84ef235ac.gif)

## **Show and Hide Layers **

To differentiate between board variations in complex projects, effectively utilizing the show and hide features will help you organize your board and streamline your workflow.

Tap on  to show and tap  to hide the layers.

![Show & Hide Layers - MockFlow IdeaBoard](https://assets.mockflow.com/docs/media/e47e38ab3d2943c7842a4e47.gif)

## **Rename the Layers **

By renaming the layers, you can quickly identify their purposes, making it easier to manage complex boards. To rename a layer, double-click on the layer item, enter the new name, and click 'Rename.'

![Rename Layers - MockFlow IdeaBoard](https://assets.mockflow.com/docs/media/eee8a5fc4e58e8c8421c595c.gif)