Rotating selection in Preview (see thread 'How can I rotate the text box in Preview')

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Rotating selection in Preview (see thread 'How can I rotate the text box in Preview')

No answer required, as I'm elaborating on a solution: When attempting to rotate a rectangular image selection an arbitrary number of degrees, I had success only after pasting the selection in a different document, then using the two-fingered technique mentioned in the 'How can I rotate the text box in Preview' thread (note I did NOT have to hold down ⌘ as others did). If you attempt to rotate an entire document in this manner (no selection), it will rotate in 90 degree increments. Using High Sierra on 2012 MacBook Air. Hope this helps somebody.

Posted on Jan 11, 2019 4:41 PM

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Ruskes

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Jan 11, 2019 4:56 PM in response to xiandavis

It is a finger breaking exercise, or more gentle touch and feel.

I will try to explain.

Move cursor to the corner of the object and with one finder touch the track pad (not push or click) and hold that finger in the position, with second finder move in circular motion in the direction you want to rotate.

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xiandavis Author

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Jan 11, 2019 4:56 PM in response to Ruskes

I believe that is the quickest reply to a post I've experienced since the dawn of the internet. Good show! I tried to post under Preview, but that app wasn't in the list. Happy rotating.

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Rotating selection in Preview (see thread 'How can I rotate the text box in Preview')

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