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Distributing Shapes

Distribute three or more shapes evenly, in six different ways.

NOTE: Correct distribution will still be achieved when the Snap to Grid option is selected, and may mean that shapes are moved between (and off) the snap points.

To distribute shapes:

Shape distribution options

Select the shapes to be distributed.

Choose Arrange > Distribute Shapes > [distribution option].

The effect of applying each distribution option is illustrated in the figure, which shows:

the result of applying each option to the initial arrangement of three shapes

the distribution lines, marked in green

NOTE: In all cases, the outermost shape on each side of the current selection (in this case, the red triangle and blue square) remain in the same position, and the middle shapes are distributed between them.

Related Topics

Aligning Shapes

Nudging Shapes