# Resize and rotate elements

You can resize an element freely, to modify its proportions any way you like, or proportionally, to make it larger or smaller without changing its essential shape. You can also set it to have specific dimensions.

1. Click an element or group of elements to select it.

   If you don't see white squares around the element, the element is locked; you must unlock it before you can resize it.

2. To choose whether the element resizes freely or proportionally, in the Format sidebar, click the Arrange tab, then do one of the following:
   - Resize freely: Make sure the "Constrain proportions" checkbox (below Size) is unselected.
   - Resize proportionally: Make sure the "Constrain proportions" checkbox (below Size) is selected.

   Note: Groups containing certain elements can only be resized proportionally. These elements include images that have been rotated and shapes that have a green dot when selected.

3. Do one of the following:
   - Resize freely: Drag a selection handle of the element.
   - Resize proportionally: Press the Shift key while dragging a selection handle.
   - Resize to specific dimensions: In the Arrange tab at the top of the sidebar on the right, enter values in the Width and Height fields, or click the arrows next to the fields.

1. Click the element to select it.
2. Drag the white circular rotate handle located above the top edge of the element. Press the Shift key to lock the rotation to 45° angles.

   Tip: You can also specify precise rotation amounts in the Arrange tab in the Rotate section and, if multiple elements are selected, rotate them all at once.

   Tip: Press the Command key while your pointer is over a white square on the element, then drag to rotate.

## See also

Position and align elements