Rotating objects


Because each field, label, and graphic within FileMaker is treated as an object, you're free to rotate them to make a layout more compact, less cluttered, or just more eye-grabbing. FileMaker limits you to rotating objects in 90-degree increments. If you need more precise control, create the object within a true graphics program and then import it into FileMaker.

To rotate an object

1.

Switch to Layout mode ( in Windows, on the Mac), then select the object you want to rotate by clicking on it with your cursor (Figure 12.8).

Figure 12.8. To rotate an object, first select it while in Layout mode, then choose Arrange > Rotate.


2.

Choose Arrange > Rotate or use your keyboard: in Windows, on the Mac. The Rotate command moves an object 90 degrees clockwise (Figure 12.9).

Figure 12.9. The Rotate command spins the object clockwise in 90-degree increments. Repeat the command to spin the object 180 and 270 degrees.


Tips

  • Repeat the Rotate command to continue spinning an object in 90-degree increments until it reaches the position you want.

  • If you prefer, press and hold your cursor on the selected object's "handles"the small black squares on its peripherythen rotate it directly.




FileMaker Pro 8 for Windows and Macintosh(c) Visual Quickstart Guide
FileMaker Pro 8 for Windows & Macintosh
ISBN: 032139674X
EAN: 2147483647
Year: 2006
Pages: 184
Authors: Nolan Hester

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