Layer Settings : Gradient

Check this option to turn on the gradient fill effect for the active layer.

Select a predefined gradient type from the drop down list or click the colored area of the control to run the Gradient Editor dialog and to create a new gradient type.

Use the drop down list to select a gradient blending algorithm.

Use the slider to set the gradient opacity level.

Use the drop down list to select a gradient drawing style.

Check this option to flip the gradient direction.

Check this option to make the gradient symmetrically reflected.

Use the drop down slider to specify the gradient direction angle.

Use the drop down slider to set the gradient scale in percents.

Use the slider to specify the gradient start position along the direction angle.