Digital Scrapper Quick Tip, Move Tool
Centering Within a Selection by Jenifer Juris
When you combine the power of a selection with the Move tool, you can get perfect placement
every time.
- On the document, create a selection around the area you wish to center something.
- Get the Move tool.
- In the Layers panel, make sure the item you wish to center within the selection is the active layer.
- In the Tool Options, click on the Align Horizontal Centers (Middle) icon and the Align Vertical
Centers icon.
This tip is for both Photoshop Elements and Adobe Photoshop.
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE VIDEO AND MANUAL
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7 Responses
Ruth Everson
Perfect for me! I’ve attempted this process, but I never knew all the steps. I’m so thankful!
akrubygal
WoW! I’ve been eye-balling! 🙂 Thanks for the easy tip and one I will use a LOT!
Dona
Wow, how did I not know this after using Photoshop for over 30 years? It’s so simple but a time-saver!
Shirl/Grambie
I look forward to all the wonderful tips to enhance my digital scrapbooking skills. My sincere thanks to you. Hugs. 🙂
Laura
Thanks Jenifer. I remembered how to center two layers, but forgot that you can center by creating a shape with the marquee tool. This was super helpful.
Mari
Thank you, Jenifer! This tip is so helpful and I enjoyed the video.
Just a heads up – the “CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE VIDEO AND MANUAL” link above downloads a different video then the one here.
Jen White
Thanks for the heads up, Mari. All fixed now!