Moving a layer horizontally and vertically
You can move a layer in an image horizontally and vertically by using the Move tool.
To move a layer
- Select the Move tool
or press the shortcut key V.
- Do one of the following:
- To move the active layer, drag it. To move it exactly horizontal, exactly vertical, or at a 45-degree angle from them, press Shift before dragging.
- To create a copy of the active layer and move it, right-click and drag (or press Alt and drag). To move it exactly horizontal, exactly vertical, or at a 45-degree angle from them, press Shift before dragging.
To change an option for the Move tool after selecting it
- In the tool options bar under the menu bar, select Auto Select Layer to move the layer that contains the item that you drag. Clear this check box to move the active layer.