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How do I Rotate an Image in Google Docs?

Published in Image Editing 2 mins read

You can rotate an image in Google Docs by using the "Image options" menu. Here's a detailed guide:

Steps to Rotate an Image

To rotate an image in Google Docs, follow these steps:

  1. Insert and Select the Image:

    • First, you need to insert the image you want to rotate. You can do this by clicking the image icon in the page settings menu, as indicated in the reference.
    • Once inserted, select the image by clicking on it.
  2. Access "Image Options":

    • After selecting the image, you'll see options appear around it. Locate and click on "Image options".
  3. Choose "Size & Rotation":

    • In the "Image options" menu, find and select "Size & Rotation". This will open the rotation settings.
  4. Edit the Rotation Options:

    • Here, you'll find options to rotate your image. You can usually rotate by specific angles or freely drag the rotation handle. The specifics may vary slightly depending on Google Docs version.
    • The reference notes that this area is where you "Edit the rotation options".
  5. Exit the Menu:

    • Once you've rotated the image as desired, you can exit the "Image options" menu. The image will now be rotated accordingly.

Quick Guide

Here is a table summarizing the steps:

Step Action
1. Insert Insert the image using the image icon.
2. Select Select the image you want to rotate.
3. Image Options Click on "Image options".
4. Size & Rotation Select "Size & Rotation".
5. Edit Modify the rotation as needed.
6. Exit Exit the options menu.

Practical Insights

  • Ensure the image is selected before trying to access the "Image options" menu.
  • Experiment with the rotation options in the "Size & Rotation" menu to achieve the desired angle.
  • You can undo any rotation by using the undo button (Ctrl+Z or Cmd+Z).

By following these steps, you can easily rotate any image within your Google Docs document.

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