How to rotate graphics in FreeHand? In this article you will learn how to perform one of the most useful functions in FreeHand graphic design software: rotate graphics. Rotating an image or graphic element can provide an interesting visual effect and improve the composition of your design. Fortunately, FreeHand makes this process simple and fast. Keep reading to discover the steps necessary to carry out this action and give a dynamic touch to your projects.

Step by step -- How to rotate graphics in FreeHand?

How to rotate graphics in FreeHand?

Here's a step-by-step guide on how to rotate graphics in FreeHand:

1. Open the FreeHand program on your computer.
2. Click “File” in the top menu bar and select “Open” to load the graphic you want to rotate.
3. Once the chart is open, select the “Rotate” tool in the side toolbar.
4. Click the graphic you want to rotate to select it.
5. You will see some control points appear around the graph. These points allow you to adjust and modify the rotation.
6. Place your cursor over one of the control points at the edge of the graph and you will see it change to a curved arrow cursor. This indicates that you can rotate the graph.
7. Hold down the mouse button and move the cursor left or right to rotate the graph in the desired direction.
8. As you rotate the chart, it will update in real time, allowing you to see the changes you make.
9. If you want precision in the rotation, you can enter a numerical value in the options bar at the top of the screen. Simply click on the input field and type the exact rotation angle you want.
10. Once you've adjusted the chart rotation to your liking, you can click anywhere on the canvas outside the chart to deselect it.

And that's it! By following these simple steps, you can now rotate your graphics in FreeHand any way you want. Have fun exploring the design possibilities that this tool offers you!

FAQ

1. What is the rotation tool in FreeHand?

1. Open the FreeHand program.
2. Select the “selection” tool on the toolbar.
3. Select the graphic you want to rotate by clicking on it.
4. Find the options box at the top and select the rotate tool.
5. Rotate the graph by dragging the cursor in the desired direction.

2. How can I rotate a specific object in FreeHand?

1. Open the FreeHand program.
2. Select the “selection” tool on the toolbar.
3. Click on the object you want to rotate to select it.
4. Finds the center of rotation, represented by a small circle, on the selected object.
5. Place the cursor over the center of rotation and drag to rotate the object in the desired direction.

3. How can I rotate multiple graphics at the same time in FreeHand?

1. Open the FreeHand program.
2. Select the “selection” tool on the toolbar.
3. Hold down the "Shift" key on your keyboard and click on each of the graphics you want to rotate.
4. Find the options box at the top and select the rotate tool.
5. Rotate the graphics by dragging the cursor in the desired direction.

4. How can I adjust the rotation angle in FreeHand?

1. Open the FreeHand program.
2. Select the “selection” tool on the toolbar.
3. Select the graphic you want to rotate by clicking on it.
4. Find the options box at the top and select the rotate tool.
5. Drag the cursor in the desired direction to rotate the graph.
6. While dragging, hold down the "Shift" key on your keyboard to adjust the rotation angle in 45-degree increments.

5. How can I change the rotation point in FreeHand?

1. Open the FreeHand program.
2. Select the “selection” tool on the toolbar.
3. Click on the object you want to rotate to select it.
4. Locates the current rotation point, represented by a small circle, on the selected object.
5. Place the cursor over the rotation point and drag it to the desired location.
6. Rotate the object by dragging the cursor in the desired direction.

6. How can I do a precise rotation in FreeHand?

1. Open the FreeHand program.
2. Select the “selection” tool on the toolbar.
3. Select the graphic you want to rotate by clicking on it.
4. Find the options box at the top and select the rotate tool.
5. Enter the desired rotation angle in the options box.
6. Automatically rotates the graphic to the specified angle.

7. How can I undo a rotation in FreeHand?

1. Open the FreeHand program.
2. Select the “selection” tool on the toolbar.
3. Click on the rotated object to select it.
4. Find the options box at the top and select the rotate tool.
5. Press the "Ctrl" key and click on the rotated object.
6. The object will return to its original position before rotation.

8. How can I save a rotated graphic in FreeHand?

1. Open the FreeHand program.
2. Select the “selection” tool on the toolbar.
3. Select the rotated graphic by clicking on it.
4. Go to the “File” menu and select “Save As…” to save the graph with the current rotation.
5. The file will be saved with the rotation angle applied.

9. How can I copy and paste a rotated graphic in FreeHand?

1. Open the FreeHand program.
2. Select the “selection” tool on the toolbar.
3. Select the rotated graphic by clicking on it.
4. Go to the "Edit" menu and select "Copy."
5. Then, go to the “Edit” menu again and select “Paste.”
6. A copy of the rotated graphic will be created in the desired location.

10. How can I unlock chart rotation in FreeHand?

1. Open the FreeHand program.
2. Select the “selection” tool on the toolbar.
3. Click on the rotated graphic to select it.
4. Find the options box at the top and select the rotate tool.
5. Press the "Ctrl" key and click on the rotated graph again.
6. The graphic will return to its free rotating state and can be rotated again.

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