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Free Transform Tool Doesn't Maintain Aspect as Default in 25.0

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September 23, 2023
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Ever since I have been using Photoshop the free transform tool always maintained aspect by default and now since I updated to Photoshop 2024 (version 25.0) it is no longer that way. It is incredibly frustrating as now I have to completely rework my muscle memory. Is there a way to set it as the default?

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Correct answer c.pfaffenbichler

Could you please post screenshots with the pertinent Panels (Toolbar, Layers, Options Bar, …) visible?

Is the »Maintain aspect ratio«-icon checked?

c.pfaffenbichler

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Could you please post screenshots with the pertinent Panels (Toolbar, Layers, Options Bar, …) visible?

Is the »Maintain aspect ratio«-icon checked?

Anita23792841wf2b

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That worked for me! Thank you

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What version macOS are you using?

Any specific types of layers or objects or any time you use Free Transform the Maintain apsect ratio is unchecked.

I've tried in Photoshop 2024 (version 25.0) on both macOS Ventura and Monterey and cannot replicate the issue.

For me once enabled, Maintain aspect ratio is always enabled when going to Free Transform or any Transform.

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When you go Photoshop 2024>Settings (Preferences)>General do you have Use Legacy Free Transform checked?

If so, uncheck it and see if that makes a difference.

isabelriedAuthor

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Yes, I have it unchecked and have tried it checked and it doesn't change anything.