8.10. Rotate and Flip Objects

Sometimes when you are combining several shapes to create a more complex graphic or want a picture to feel more dynamic, you need to rotate it. PowerPoint enables you to rotate an object 360 degrees or quickly flip it horizontally or vertically.

The Format tab offers the flip and rotation tools. You also can drag to freely rotate an object.

Rotate and Flip Objects

FLIP OBJECTS

1 Click the object to select it.

2 Click the Format tab.

3 Click Rotate.

In some cases when you select a SmartArt Graphic, you must click an Align button on the Format tab to find the Rotate choice.

4 Click Flip Vertical or Flip Horizontal ...

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