Abstract: A method for applying a cover layer (1) to a base layer (2) which is provided with structuring (3) determined, for example, by printed conductors. The base layer (2) is moved continuously at a feed rate (v) in continuous operation. A guide (4) constructed as a rotatable body, brings the cover layer (1) to the matching feed rate (v) and applies the cover to the base layer (2). To optimize the application of the cover layer (1) to the structure (3) on the base layer (2), and in particular to prevent inaccuracies in the correlation between the cover layer (1) and the base layer (2) while at the same time permitting increased flexibility in manufacturing, the position of the structuring (3) is determined first by a non-contact sensor (5) immediately upstream of the guide (4). Then a signal for a laser (6) is triggered by a control unit (9).