Setting Object Order

Sometimes you may want to layer objects in a presentation to create a special visual effect. To rearrange the order that an object appears in this layer, choose it, select the Draw button on the Drawing toolbar, and choose Order from the menu. You can also right-click the mouse and choose Order from the shortcut menu.

Tip

If the object you want to select is hidden from view, press the Tab key to cycle through all objects to find the one you want.

This menu includes four options:

  • Bring to Front Brings the selected object to the front layer of the stack, placing all other objects behind it.

  • Send to Back Sends the selected object to the back layer of the stack, bringing all other objects closer to the front.

  • Bring Forward Brings ...

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