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Using the symbol shifter tool


    The symbol shifter tool moves symbol instances around. It can also change the relative paint order of symbol instances in a set.

    You can use one of the following Method options when using the symbol shifter tool:

    • User Defined gradually pulls symbols toward or away from the cursor.
    • Random modifies the density randomly in the area under the cursor.
    • Average gradually smooths out the density values.

To move or shift symbol instances:

    Select the symbol shifter tool  the symbol shifter tool and drag in the direction you want the symbol instances to move.

To change the stacking order of symbol instances within the brush's diameter:

    Select the symbol shifter tool  the symbol shifter tool and do one of the following:

    • To bring symbol instances forward, Shift-click the symbol instance.
    • To send symbol instances backward, hold down Alt (Windows) or Option (Mac OS) and Shift-click the symbol instance.