Transforming objects numerically

Instead of dragging an object to scale, resize, or rotate it, you can transform it by entering specific values.

To resize selected objects using the Property inspector or Info panel:

• Enter new width (W) or height (H) measurements.

  NOTE

  If the W and H boxes aren't visible in the Property inspector, click the expander arrow to see all properties.

To scale or rotate selected objects using Numeric Transform:

1. Select Modify > Transform > Numeric Transform.

   The Numeric Transform dialog box opens.

2. From the pop-up menu, select the type of transformation to perform on the current selection: Scale, Resize, or Rotate.
3. Select Constrain Proportions to maintain horizontal and vertical proportions when scaling or resizing a selection.
4. Select Scale Attributes to transform the fill, stroke, and effects of the object along with the object itself.
5. Deselect Scale Attributes to transform the path only.
6. Type numeric values to transform the selection, then click OK.