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How do you step and repeat in Illustrator?

Last updated on September 24, 2022 @ 7:17 pm

There are many ways to step and repeat in Illustrator, but we’ll focus on the most common methods.

The most common way to step and repeat is to use the Selection tool and the step command. To step and repeat the last selection, press the Alt (Option) key and select the Selection tool.

To step and repeat the entire document, press theCtrl (Command) key and select the Selection tool.

PRO TIP: When duplicating or repeating an object in Illustrator, it’s important to use the correct tool for the job. The “Step and Repeat” command is designed for specific kinds of objects, like those with a consistent pattern. If you use it on objects that don’t have a consistent pattern, you may end up with unexpected results.

To step and repeat a selection, drag the cursor over the area you want to repeat. When the cursor changes to a double arrow, release the mouse button and then click and drag to select the area you want to repeat.

To step and repeat a selection using the keyboard, use the step command. To step and repeat the last selection, press the Alt (Option) key and type step followed by the number of times you want to repeat the selection.

To step and repeat the entire document, press theCtrl (Command) key and type step followed by the number of times you want to repeat the selection.

To step and repeat a selection using the Quick Selection tool, hold down the Ctrl (Command) key and drag the cursor over the area you want to repeat. When the cursor changes to a double arrow, release the mouse button and then drag to select the area you want to repeat.

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