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September 20, 2026
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Older versions of Illustrator had avertical and horizontal scaling tools, along with being able to angle the type and offset the base line. Those four no longer existing in the character tools. Why were these 4 options removed.

Older versions of Illustrator had avertical and horizontal scaling tools, along with being able to angle the type and offset the base line. Those four no longer existing in the character tools. Why were these 4 options removed.

 

    silk-m
    silk-mCorrect answer
    Community Expert
    September 20, 2026

    Check "Show Options" to display horizontal and vertical scaling.

     

    --Susumu Iwasaki

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    Participant
    September 20, 2026

    I could have sworn I tried that - I  now feel really stupid. But thanks for showing me.

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    silk-m
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    silk-mCommunity ExpertCorrect answer
    Community Expert
    September 20, 2026

    Check "Show Options" to display horizontal and vertical scaling.

     

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    --Susumu Iwasaki