# Aligning and Distributing Controls

Multiple controls can be aligned either vertically or horizontally to the primary selection (shown enclosed by green selection handles). They can be aligned vertically with respect to either their left edge, right edge or center. Controls can be aligned horizontally with respect to their top edge, bottom edge, or center. To align, first select multiple objects using the <Shift> key, then use the "Layout/Align" option. Select an alignment scheme from the resulting dialog box.

The "Layout/Distribute" option allows you to distribute three or more controls in relation to each other. Controls can be distributed horizontally so that the same space exists between left and right edges of adjacent controls. Distributing vertically will reposition the controls so that the same space exists between bottom and top edges of adjacent controls.