Introduction

By the end of this module, you should be able to:

• Resize objects
• Rotate objects multiple ways
• Move objects within a publication
• Change the fill color of an object

Modifying objects basics

Watch the video! (5:15 min)

Publisher classifies AutoShapes, text boxes, pictures, clip art, and tables as objects . In Publisher, you have the ability to resize, rotate, and move any object. You can also make other simple modifications to an object, including changing the fill color or border .

To resize an object:

• Select the object. You will know that the object is selected when open circles appear around it.
• Place your cursor over one of the open circles that surround the object. The resize cursor will appear. The resize cursor has an arrow on each end.
• Click and drag the object until its the desired size.
• Release the mouse button.

To rotate or flip an object:

Publisher allows you to rotate an object in 90-degree increments or choose anything in between using Free Rotate .

• Select the object.
• Select Arrange Rotate or Flip from the main menu.
• Select the type of rotation you want to apply to the object.
• If you select Free Rotate :
  • A Green circle will appear above the object.
  • Click on the green circle and drag to rotate the object.
  • Release the mouse button.

To move an object:

• Select the object.
• Place your cursor anywhere over the object. The move cursor will appear. The move cursor is shaped like a cross with four arrows.
  
• Click and drag the object to the desired location.
• Release the mouse button.

To change color:

• Select the object.
• Select the fill button from the standard toolbar. The fill button looks like a paint bucket.
• Click the small triangle next to the fill button to select a color.
• Click a color, then release the mouse button.
  
  
• Note: If you want to select a custom color, select more colors .
  
  
• Choose a color, then click OK.

Challenge!

Download and save the sample flyer to complete this challenge.

• Open the Sample Flyer publication.
• Use the resize cursor to change the size of the circle in the upper-left corner.
• Use the Rotate or Flip option to rotate the boat image.
• Use the move cursor to change the location of one or more objects.
• Change the color of the circle using the fill icon on the formatting toolbar.
• Save and close the document to use in the next challenge.