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Scaling layers, selections, and shapes


Scaling a layer, a selection on a layer, or a shape enlarges or reduces it relative to its reference point. You can scale horizontally, vertically, or both horizontally and vertically.

To scale a layer, selection, or shape:

1 Select the layer, area, or shape you want to transform. (See Specifying what to transform.)

2 Choose Image > Resize > Scale.

3 To scale in relation to a point other than the center of the layer or selection, see Setting the reference point.

4 Do one of the following:
  • Drag a handle. Press Shift as you drag a corner handle to scale proportionately. When positioned over a handle, the pointer becomes a double arrow ().
  • Specify a percentage for the horizontal scale and/or the vertical scale in the options bar. Click the Maintain Aspect Ratio button () to scale proportionately.

    • 5 If desired, switch to a different type of transformation by clicking the Rotate button () or the Skew button () in the options bar, or by selecting a command from the Image > Transform submenu.

    6 When you're satisfied with the results, click the OK button () in the options bar, or press Enter (Windows) or Return (Mac OS), to commit the transformation.

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