If you are an experienced designer or a beginner illustrator, having the ability to rotate objects in Adobe Illustrator is crucial for your design capabilities. This tutorial will guide you through the process, taking you through each step.
Step 1: Select the Object
The first step to rotating an object in Illustrator is to select the object that you want to rotate. Use the Selection Tool (V) from the toolbar on the left side of your screen. Click on the object to select it.
Step 2: Choose the Rotate Tool
Next, you will need to select the Rotate Tool (R) from the toolbar. If you can’t find it, you can simply press the letter R on your keyboard.
Step 3: Set the Rotation Point
By default, Illustrator sets the rotation point in the center of the object. If you want to specify a different rotation point, you can do so by clicking anywhere on the artboard after selecting the Rotate Tool.
Step 4: Rotate the Object
Now, you’re ready to rotate the object. Click and drag anywhere on the artboard to rotate the object around the rotation point. If you want to constrain the rotation to increments of 45 degrees, hold down the Shift key as you click and drag.
Using the Rotate Dialog Box
If you want to rotate your object by a specific degree, you can use the Rotate Dialog Box. Here’s how:
- Select the object.
- Select the Rotate Tool (R).
- Press Enter or Return to open the Rotate Dialog Box.
- Enter the degree of rotation in the Angle field.
- Click OK.
Rotating Multiple Objects
You can also rotate multiple objects at once. Just select all the objects you want to rotate (using the Selection Tool or the Direct Selection Tool), then follow the same steps as above.
Conclusion
And that’s it! You’ve learned how to rotate objects in Adobe Illustrator. With a bit of practice, these steps will become second nature. Keep experimenting with different tools and techniques to enhance your Illustrator skills.