Changing type layer orientation

Using Type > Working with type layers > Changing type layer orientation

The orientation of a type layer determines the direction of type lines in relation to the document window. When a type layer is vertical, the type lines flow up and down; when a type layer is horizontal, the type lines flow from left to right.

To change the orientation of a type layer:

1 Select the type layer in the Layers palette.

2 Do one of the following:

Select a type tool, and click the Flip Orientation button (

) in the options bar.

Choose Layer > Type > Horizontal, or choose Layer > Type > Vertical.

Using Type > Working with type layers > Changing type layer orientation