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Each page in a PADS4 presentation contains a number of page elements. These can include text, pictures, lines, shapes, web pages, videos, and more.
A wide variety of operations can be performed on page elements to design and manage your presentation effectively.
This section outlines all the key operations related to page elements.

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In this section

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Using the grid

Learn how to take advantage of using a grid for precise alignment and placement of page elements.

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Adding a page element

Step-by-step guidance on how to add new page elements to your current page.

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Selecting page elements

Overview of techniques for selecting one or multiple page elements for editing or formatting.

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Page element properties

Instructions on how to adjust properties of one or more selected page elements, including size, position, and appearance.

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Copying page elements

Learn how to copy one or more page elements within the same page, between pages, or even across different presentations.

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Moving page elements

How to move page elements within the same page or to other pages or presentations.

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Resizing page elements

Details on how to resize one or more page elements to fit your design needs.

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Removing page elements

How to remove unnecessary or unwanted page elements from a page.

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Undoing/redoing actions

Information about undoing or redoing actions to manage changes safely.

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Formatting functions

Overview of available formatting functions to align, arrange, and organize page elements for a professional layout.

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Locking page elements

How to lock page elements to prevent accidental changes during editing.

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Working with the Content Library dialog

Instructions on how to select items from the PADS4 Content Library for use as page elements.