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Using rulers


    Illustrator can display rulers, one along the top and one along the left side of the illustration window.

    When you open a new file, the rulers are not visible, but you can display them at any time. These rulers are a tool for accurately placing and measuring objects on the artboard. As you scroll and zoom around the file, the rulers adjust accordingly.

To show or hide rulers:

    Choose View > Show Rulers, or View > Hide rulers.

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