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Jan 10, 2026 5:40 AM UTC
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How to scale in precise increments in photoshop

A nice feature of PS is the ability to use the bracket keys to increase/decrease the size of a brush in precise increments.  Similarly, we can use the arrow keys to move an object in small increments.  Is there any way to apply a transformation (^T) and scale that transformation in precise increments without having to type numbers into the toolbar?

jane-e
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Jan 10, 2026 10:50 AM UTC

@Doc_Pit 

I click in the text box for Width or Height, then use my Up and Down arrow keys on my keyboard.

  • Adding the Shift key goes in larger increments.
  • Enabling the Link button keeps it proportional.

 

Jane

 

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jane-e
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jane-eCommunity ExpertCorrect answer
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Jan 10, 2026 10:50 AM UTC

@Doc_Pit 

I click in the text box for Width or Height, then use my Up and Down arrow keys on my keyboard.

  • Adding the Shift key goes in larger increments.
  • Enabling the Link button keeps it proportional.

 

Jane

 

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Doc_Pit
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Inspiring
Jan 10, 2026 8:32 PM UTC
Works like a charm! Many thanks.
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jane-e
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Jan 10, 2026 9:16 PM UTC

You're welcome, @Doc_Pit !

 

Jane

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