Layer Reference Collector

Tracking since Apr 17, 2026.

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• Apr 17, 2026
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  # Layer Reference Collector
  
  **Save reference images from anywhere on the web directly to your Layer workspace.**
  
  Layer Reference Collector is the official browser companion for Layer, the leading AI-powered professional content creation platform trusted by hundreds of studios.
  
  ## What It Does
  
  Collecting visual references is essential for any creative workflow. Whether you're gathering inspiration for concept art, building a mood board, or curating training data for custom AI styles, Layer Reference Collector streamlines the process from browser to workspace.
  
  **Save individual images instantly**
  Right-click any image on the web and select "Save to Layer" to add it to your collection. The image URL, source page, and timestamp are automatically captured for easy organization.
  
  **Batch select multiple images**
  Need to grab several references from a single page? Enter batch selection mode to click and select multiple images at once, then save them all with a single action. Perfect for gathering references from art galleries, Pinterest boards, or design inspiration sites.
  
  **Upload directly to your workspace**
  Connect your Layer account and upload collected images straight to your chosen workspace. No more downloading files, switching tabs, and manually uploading. Your references flow seamlessly into Layer where you can use them with AI generation tools.
  
  ## Key Features
  
  **One-Click Saving**
  Right-click any image and select "Save to Layer" from the context menu. It's that simple.
  
  **Batch Selection Mode**
  Right-click on any page and choose "Start batch selection mode" to select multiple images. Click images to select them (highlighted with a purple border), then hit "Save to Layer" to collect them all at once. Press Escape to cancel or Enter to save.
  
  **Workspace Integration**
  Choose which Layer workspace receives your uploads. Switch between workspaces anytime from the extension popup.
  
  **Auto-Upload Option**
  Enable auto-upload in settings to automatically send images to Layer as soon as you save them. Perfect for rapid reference gathering sessions.
  
  **Desktop Notifications**
  Get notified when images are saved or uploaded, so you can keep browsing without interruption.
  
  **Local Collection Management**
  View all your collected images in the extension popup. See which are pending upload, currently uploading, or already in Layer. Delete images you no longer need.
  
  ## How to Use
  
  1. **Install the extension** and click the Layer icon in your browser toolbar
  2. **Sign in** with your Layer account
  3. **Select a workspace** where you want your references to go
  4. **Start collecting** — right-click images to save them individually, or use batch mode for multiple selections
  5. **Upload** manually from the popup, or enable auto-upload for a hands-free workflow
  
  ## Why Layer?
  
  Layer is the leading platform for AI-powered professional content creation. With Layer, creative teams can:
  
  - Generate 2D art, 3D models, video, and audio using state-of-the-art AI models
  - Access multiple AI models in one platform — FLUX, Qwen, Imagen, Recraft, Veo, Kling, Minimax, and more
  - Train custom styles on your own artwork for consistent, on-brand results
  - Scale content production without scaling headcount
  
  The Reference Collector extension connects your browsing workflow to Layer's powerful creation tools. References you collect today can inform the AI-generated assets you create tomorrow.
  
  ## Privacy & Permissions
  
  **What we access:**
  - Images you explicitly choose to save (we never scan or collect images automatically)
  - Your Layer account for authentication and workspace access
  
  **What we store locally:**
  - Collected image URLs and metadata (until you upload or delete them)
  - Your settings preferences
  
  **What we send to Layer:**
  - Only images you explicitly upload
  - We do not track your browsing history or collect analytics
  
  ## Requirements
  
  - A Layer account (sign up free at layer.ai)
  - Google Chrome browser
  
  ## Support
  
  Questions or feedback? Visit layer.ai or contact our support team at help.layer.ai. We're here to help you build the best creative workflow.

  Save reference images from anywhere on the web directly to your Layer workspace.
  
  Layer Reference Collector is the official browser companion for Layer, the leading AI-powered professional content creation platform trusted by hundreds of studios.
  
  WHAT IT DOES
  Collecting visual references is essential for any creative workflow. Whether you're gathering inspiration for concept art, building a mood board, or curating training data for custom AI styles, Layer Reference Collector streamlines the process from browser to workspace.
  Save individual images instantly - Right-click any image on the web and select "Save to Layer" to add it to your collection. The image URL, source page, and timestamp are automatically captured for easy organization.
  Batch select multiple images - Need to grab several references from a single page? Enter batch selection mode to click and select multiple images at once, then save them all with a single action. Perfect for gathering references from art galleries, Pinterest boards, or design inspiration sites.
  Upload directly to your workspace - Connect your Layer account and upload collected images straight to your chosen workspace. No more downloading files, switching tabs, and manually uploading. Your references flow seamlessly into Layer where you can use them with AI generation tools.
  
  KEY FEATURES
  One-Click Saving - Right-click any image and select "Save to Layer" from the context menu.
  Batch Selection Mode - Right-click on any page and choose "Start batch selection mode" to select multiple images. Click images to select them (highlighted with a purple border), then hit "Save to Layer" to collect them all at once. Press Escape to cancel or Enter to save.
  Workspace Integration - Choose which Layer workspace receives your uploads. Switch between workspaces anytime from the extension popup.
  Auto-Upload Option - Enable auto-upload in settings to automatically send images to Layer as soon as you save them. Perfect for rapid reference gathering sessions.
  Desktop Notifications - Get notified when images are saved or uploaded, so you can keep browsing without interruption.
  Local Collection Management - View all your collected images in the extension popup. See which are pending upload, currently uploading, or already in Layer. Delete images you no longer need.
  
  HOW TO USE
  Install the extension and click the Layer icon in your browser toolbar
  Sign in with your Layer account
  Select a workspace where you want your references to go
  Start collecting - right-click images to save them individually, or use batch mode for multiple selections
  Upload manually from the popup, or enable auto-upload for a hands-free workflow
  
  WHY LAYER?
  Layer is the leading platform for AI-powered professional content creation. With Layer, creative teams can:
  
  - Generate 2D art, 3D models, video, and audio using state-of-the-art AI models
  - Access multiple AI models in one platform - FLUX, Qwen, Imagen, Recraft, Veo, Kling, Minimax, and more
  - Train custom LoRAs on your own artwork for consistent, on-brand results
  - Scale content production
  
  The Reference Collector extension connects your browsing workflow to Layer's powerful creation tools. References you collect today can inform the AI-generated assets you create tomorrow.
  
  PRIVACY & PERMISSIONS
  
  What we access:
  - Images you explicitly choose to save (we never scan or collect images automatically)
  - Your Layer account for authentication and workspace access
  
  What we store locally:
  - Collected image URLs and metadata (until you upload or delete them)
  - Your settings preferences
  
  What we send to Layer:
  - Only images you explicitly upload
  - We do not track your browsing history or collect analytics
  
  REQUIREMENTS
  - A Layer account (sign up free at layer.ai)
  - Google Chrome browser
  
  SUPPORT
  Questions or feedback? Visit layer.ai or contact our support team at help.layer.ai.

Permissions & access

Permissions

storagecontextMenusactiveTabnotificationsidentity

Host access

https://app.layer.ai/*, https://auth.app.layer.ai/*

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