Hi, all. There are times where I would like to set the dimensions and position of frames manually (x, y), as can be done with objects. However, I can find no way to do this (with text frames, for example). How do people apply/create specific layouts without being able to set (and view) frame position to specific requirements? What am I missing? Thanks, in advance; I appreciate the help!
Hi @techieblue:
To manually position a text frame, select the text frame with the Object Selection took and use Graphics > Object Properties > Dimensions. You can also use Format > Customize Layout > Customize Text frame.
I typically size and position my two primary text frames by defining the margins on the Master pages, but I use the above techniques if I am manually positioning any other objects.
Also note that if you are moving a frame by dragging, you can see the XY coordinates in the lower left-hand corner, on the status bar. If you're resizing a frame, you will see the width and height values while you are actively resizing.
~Barb
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