### Create New Vector Layer

To create a new layer for editing, choose New Vector Layer from the Layer menu.
With this dialog you can create a shape file layer.

#### Type

Choose the type of layer Point, Line or Polygon.
Click on Specify CRS button to change the coordinate reference system of the layer if needed.

#### New attribute

Add the desired attributes by clicking on the Add to attributes list button after you have specified a name and type for the attribute. Only real, integer, and string attributes are supported.
You can also define the width and precision of the new attribute column.

#### Attributes list

In this section you can see the list of attributes. To delete one of them, click on it and choose Remove selected attribute button.