How do you align objects precisely using the Move Tool and alignment options?

How do you align objects precisely using the Move Tool and alignment options?

• A. Select the layers, choose Move Tool, then use alignment/distribution buttons in the options bar.
• B. Use the Brush Tool to paint alignment guides.
• C. Rasterize each layer and align by eye.
• D. Enable Smart Guides but never use alignment tools.

Answer: (A)

Precise alignment comes from using the Move Tool together with the alignment and distribution controls in the options bar. Start by selecting all the layers you want to line up. With the Move Tool active, use the alignment and distribution icons in the options bar to line up edges or centers (left, center, right or top, middle, bottom) and to distribute spacing evenly. If you want the alignment to reference the canvas rather than the group, switch the setting in the same bar to Align to Canvas. This method gives pixel-perfect, repeatable positioning. Using the Brush Tool to paint guides isn’t precise for alignment, and aligning by eye after rasterizing loses accuracy. Smart Guides can help with snapping, but the explicit alignment controls are the reliable way to achieve exact placement.

Precise alignment comes from using the Move Tool together with the alignment and distribution controls in the options bar. Start by selecting all the layers you want to line up. With the Move Tool active, use the alignment and distribution icons in the options bar to line up edges or centers (left, center, right or top, middle, bottom) and to distribute spacing evenly. If you want the alignment to reference the canvas rather than the group, switch the setting in the same bar to Align to Canvas. This method gives pixel-perfect, repeatable positioning.

Using the Brush Tool to paint guides isn’t precise for alignment, and aligning by eye after rasterizing loses accuracy. Smart Guides can help with snapping, but the explicit alignment controls are the reliable way to achieve exact placement.