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How Do You Flip an Object in Photoshop?

Last updated on September 23, 2022 @ 10:23 pm

There are a few different ways that you can flip an object in Photoshop. You can use the Free Transform tool, you can use the Flip Horizontal or Flip Vertical commands, or you can use the Rotate90° CW or Rotate90° CCW commands. Let’s take a look at each of these methods.

Free Transform

The first method is to use the Free Transform tool. To do this, select the layer that you want to flip in the Layers panel. Then, go to Edit > Free Transform, or press Ctrl+T (Windows) / Command+T (Mac).

This will bring up the Free Transform handles around your object. To flip the object horizontally, click on the small arrow icon in the middle of the left and right sides of the bounding box, and then click on Flip Horizontal. To flip the object vertically, click on the small arrow icon in the middle of the top and bottom sides of the bounding box, and then click on Flip Vertical.

Flip Horizontal/Flip Vertical

Another way to flip an object is to use the Flip Horizontal or Flip Vertical commands. Then, go to Edit > Transform > Flip Horizontal (or Flip Vertical).

PRO TIP: If you are not familiar with Photoshop or do not have a strong understanding of the software, you may want to avoid flipping an object in Photoshop. Flipping an object in Photoshop can result in the object being distorted or appearing unnatural. If you are unsure about how to properly flip an object in Photoshop, it is best to consult with someone who is more experienced with the software.

Rotate90° CW/Rotate90° CCW

The last method is to use the Rotate90° CW (Clockwise) or Rotate90° CCW (Counter Clockwise) commands. To do this, select the layer that you want to rotate in the Layers panel. Then, go to Edit > Transform > Rotate90° CW (or Rotate90° CCW).

Conclusion:

There are a few different ways that you can flip an object in Photoshop.

Morgan Bash

Morgan Bash

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