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.

In This Section

Using the Grid

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

Adding a Page Element

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

Selecting Page Elements

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

Page Element Properties

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

Copying Page Elements

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

Moving Page Elements

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

Resizing Page Elements

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

Removing Page Elements

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

Undoing/Redoing Actions

Information about undoing or redoing actions to manage changes safely.

Formatting Functions

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

Locking Page Elements

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

Working with the Content Library Dialog

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