Transforming and Distorting Objects > Transforming objects > Using the Transform tools |
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Using the Transform tools
Transformation tools comprise the following:
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Rotate applies two-dimensional rotations. |
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Scale enlarges or reduces objects. |
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Skew slants an object along a specified axis. |
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Reflect flips an object.
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To transform a selected object using the Transform tools:
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Click a transformation tool in the Tools panel. |
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Place the pointer at the spot that will be the center of transformation. |
On the Macintosh, Control-click to set the center of transformation as the center of the object. |
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Drag to transform the object. |
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Drag farther away from the point of transformation for greater control over the transformation. |
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Shift-drag constrains the transformation to 45° increments relative to the current constrain angle (Modify > Constrain). |
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