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thicker, this setting will cause both frames to display the same height values in the
Transform palette.
Deselect Dimensions Include Stroke Weight when you want the palette measurements
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to represent an object's path or frame regardless of its stroke weight. For example, two
frames of the same height will display the same height values in the Transform palette,
regardless of differences in their stroke weights.
Setting the point of origin for transformations
All transformations occur in relation to a fixed point on or near the object, called the point
of origin, which you can change. The point of origin is marked by an icon
formation tool, such as the scale tool, is active.
Point of origin moved to center (left), and object scaled (right)
The default point of origin depends on the object:
For most objects, the default point of origin is the center point of all objects in the
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current selection.
For a line, the default point of origin is the line's midpoint.
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For an inline graphic, the point of origin is the graphic's center. You cannot move it.
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For objects that are not a rectangular shape, the default point of origin may not be on
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the object itself, but outside its frame.
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