Transform and Warp

Free transform

Free Transform scales, rotates, and repositions a layer inside one editable bounding box.

Try it in the editorshortcutCmd/Ctrl+T
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BEFOREOriginal image for the Free Transform example
AFTERExample result of the Free Transform tool
Free Transform exampleDrag corner handles to scale, move outside the box to rotate, reposition inside it, and confirm when aligned.
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What this tool does

Free Transform scales, rotates, and repositions a layer inside one editable bounding box.

Scale, rotate, change perspective, and reshape pixels with precise or fluid controls.

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How to use it

  1. 01

    Open an image and choose Free Transform from the left toolbar.

  2. 02

    Drag corner handles to scale, move outside the box to rotate, reposition inside it, and confirm when aligned.

  3. 03

    Review the result at 100% zoom. If the change is too strong, undo it and repeat with a lower intensity.

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What you can make

  • Resize an imported object
  • Rotate and align a layer
  • Fit artwork into a mockup