To draw a rectangle or parallelogram using the Height/Width method

  1. Click the Rectangle Tool in the toolbox.

  2. Click the Height/Width button in the ribbon.

  3. Point where you want to begin the rectangle or parallelogram.

  4. Drag to draw the first edge.

  5. Release the mouse button.

  6. Move the pointer to draw the rest of the object.

  7. Click the right mouse button (and release SHIFT if you drew a rectangle) when you finish.

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Drawing a Rectangle or Square