On the atomic scale, synthesis of layered high‐Tccuprate thin films is extremely important for understanding the physics of high‐temperature superconductivity and for making novel superconducting devices that take advantage of strong anisotropy in layered superconductors. On a much more macroscopic scale, one can use a method such as the jelly‐roll process to make high‐Jclayered superconducting tapes for large‐scale applications. In this brief overview, we will review the recent progress and discuss issues and challenges in making high‐Tclayered materials.