# 2.2.13.1 Using Mouse

Rotate An Object Using the Mouse

1. Select the object(s) to be rotated.

2. Click the Rotate button () to activate the Rotate function.

3. Visualize an axis point on the object that's to be rotated then place the mouse pointer over that point.

4. Click and hold the left mouse button then drag (Left+Drag) the mouse away from the axis point to create a "handle". This handle will be used to rotate the object. While continuing to hold the left mouse button, drag (Left+Drag) the handle in the desired direction of rotation. Note: If the Ctrl key is pressed in conjunction with Left+Drag, the object will rotate in increments of 15°.

5. Release the mouse key once desired rotation is obtained.

Rotation can also be achieved through use of one of these alternate methods;

  Selecting fixed or specified degrees of rotation using a Right-Click menu. See Section 2.2.13.2 for detail.

  Aligning the selected object with another object on the layout. See Section 2.2.13.3 for detail.