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To move a nested frame and its content without moving the parent frame:
Using the direct-selection tool, hold down Ctrl (Windows) or Command (Mac OS) as you
drag the edge of the frame you want to move. Don't drag the content.
Note: This procedure requires selecting the direct-selection tool in the toolbox; it won't
work if you temporarily activate the direct-selection tool by pressing the Ctrl (Windows) or
Command (Mac OS) key.
Dragging nested objects within its parent frame
Creating a border or background with a graphics frame
A graphics frame is ideally suited for use as a border or background for its content,
because you can change its stroke and fill independently of its content.
A B
A. Photo in its graphics frame B. Frame with stroke applied C. Frame enlarged with both stroke and
fill applied
To add a rectangular keyline or border to an imported graphic:
1 Using the selection tool , click an imported graphic to select the bounding box of its
frame.
2 Use the Swatches palette and the toolbox to apply a stroke color to the frame.
3 If desired, adjust the frame's stroke weight and style in the Stroke palette.
To use a frame as a background for its content:
1 Using the selection tool, click a frame to select its bounding box.
2 Drag any bounding box handle outward to enlarge the frame without resizing the
graphic.
3 Apply a stroke or fill to the frame as desired.
You can quickly enlarge a frame equally around all sides by using the Transform
palette. Select the frame with the direct-selection tool, set the Transform palette
proxy to the center point, and enter new values for the horizontal and vertical size.
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