How to change number of rows and columns in an existing grid created using the rectangle grid tool?

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May 21, 2025
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I've created a 5x5 grid with rectangle grid tool. How do I change it to say, a 10x10 grid?

I'm hoping you don't have to delete and recreate a grid for every design iteration, but the grid object doesn't seem to maintain any history (which really limits the usefulness of the tool).

Monika Gause

Community Expert

You cannot change the parameters. Of course you can draw additional lines and then use the Align panel, but probably it's easier just to delete and then draw a new one.

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ojakAuthor

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Ugh. Thanks for the response.

Not a good tool. I'm kinda amazed that Illustrator doesn't yet have basic object history like this (like other modern design applications).

Monika Gause

Community Expert

What do you need?

You can click and drag with the tool and then while you hold the mouse button down, use the arrow keys to increase or reduce the number of lines.

Which application does have that grid as a live object?

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