Aligning or distributing objects

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Aligning or distributing objects

You can align objects or distribute space between them on the layout.

Objects that are out of alignment can be aligned and distributed

When you align objects along their tops, bottoms, or sides, the objects align with the object farthest out of alignment. When you align center points, the objects align along an invisible vertical or horizontal line in the center of the objects.

When you distribute the space between objects, FileMaker Pro takes the space separating the two objects farthest apart and divides it evenly among all the selected objects.

To align objects:

1.	In Layout mode, select the objects to align.

For more information, see Selecting objects.

2.	Choose Arrange menu > Align.

3.	Select an alignment option:

Left Edges

Centers

Right Edges

Top Edges

Middles

Bottom Edges

To distribute objects:

Select a distribution option:

Horizontally

Vertically

Notes

You can resize objects to the smallest (or largest) width, height, or both in one step. For more information, see Resizing and reshaping objects

To quickly align or distribute objects, use buttons on the Align toolbar, or commands in the shortcut menu.

You can precisely align objects using the T-square. For more information, see Aligning objects with the T-squares.

To force the alignment to a specific object, lock that object before you set the alignment. For more information, see Protecting objects from change.

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