How to Align Objects in Illustrator

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This tutorial will show how to align objects in Adobe Illustrator. This can be useful for making neater images or for changing the way that the image appears. Note that the version used to demonstrate this feature is Adobe Illustrator CC, but the process will also work for earlier versions.

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    Select two or more objects.
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    To do this, click Window > Align (or press Shift + F7).
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    • Click Horizontal Align Left to align objects with the leftmost object.
    • Click Horizontal Align Center to align objects to the center.
    • Click Horizontal Align Right to align objects with the rightmost object.
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    You can also align objects vertically. Repeat steps 1 and step 2, then choose one of the following: Vertical Align Top, Vertical Align Center, or Vertical Align Bottom.
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    The objects should now be aligned in the manner you want them to be. If not, make adjustments until you're satisfied with the outcome.
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      • Adobe Illustrator CC

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