Skewing Objects

Skewing an object means that you distort the shape in a horizontal or vertical direction by a number of degrees. You skew by selecting one or several objects and then applying a value from the horizontal or vertical skewing menu.

You skew horizontally to transform an object along the x-axis. The skew angle is measured in degrees from the y-axis. You skew vertically to transform an object along the y-axis. The skew angle is measured in degrees from the y-axis.

To skew horizontally or vertically:

1. In Graphics Editor, in the work area, select the object you want to skew.
2. On the Options toolbar, click the Skew Horizontal button or the Skew Vertical button to open the degree selection menu.
3. Click the required amount of degrees, –60° to +60°.

NOTE: A positive value implies counter-clockwise skew. A negative value implies clockwise skew.