Follow these steps to create a vector layer using the File menu:
- In the File menu, click on File, then go to New Layer, and finally click on Vector Layer.
- Enter a name for the layer in the New vector layer dialog box that appears.
- Choose an Expression Color (Black and White, Gray, or Color) from the drop-down menu in the New vector layer dialog box.
- If applicable, choose a Blending mode from the drop-down menu.
- Click on OK to create the new layer.