Formatting Actions
Rotating page elements
With rotation functions, you can place page elements at any desired angle to enhance the design of your presentation.
How to Rotate One or More Page Elements
Option 1: Using the Elements Menu
- Select the page elements you want to rotate. (See Selecting Page Elements for guidance.)
- Go to the Elements menu and click Rotate.
- Choose one of the following options:
| Menu Item | Function |
|---|---|
| Rotate Right 90° | Rotates all selected elements 90° clockwise. |
| Rotate Left 90° | Rotates all selected elements 90° counterclockwise. |
| Rotate 180° | Rotates all selected elements 180°. |
| More Rotation Options… | Opens a detailed rotation options dialog for the primary selected item. |
Option 2: Using the Rotation Grab Handle
- Select the page elements you want to rotate.
- Place the mouse pointer over the rotation grab handle (usually above or near the element).
- Press and hold the left mouse button.
- Drag the mouse to set the desired rotation angle.
- Release the mouse button to apply the rotation.
Tip
- To abort rotation while dragging, press the Esc key on your keyboard.
Remarks
- If Lock Elements is enabled on the Home menu, rotation via the grab handle is disabled.
- Flash and Web Page elements cannot be rotated.
- Use More Rotation Options… to set an exact angle or to fine-tune rotation beyond 90° increments.