Grouping objects, like text boxes, in LibreOffice allows you to treat multiple items as a single unit, making it easier to move, resize, or format them together. Here's exactly how you can group text boxes and other drawing objects based on common methods used in LibreOffice.
To group your text boxes (or other drawing objects) in LibreOffice, you first select the objects you want to combine and then use the grouping function.
Steps to Group Objects
Follow these simple steps to group your selected items:
- Select the Desired Objects: Choose all the text boxes and other drawing objects you want to group. There are two main ways to do this:
- Draw a Selection Frame: Click and drag your mouse pointer to draw a rectangle (a selection frame) that encloses all the desired objects.
- Click Objects Individually: Click on each object one by one while keeping the Ctrl key pressed down. This allows you to select specific objects, even if they are not close together.
- Initiate the Grouping Action: Once all your objects are selected, right-click on any one of the selected objects.
- Select 'Group': From the context menu that appears after right-clicking, choose the Group option.
After completing these steps, the selected objects will now be treated as a single group.
What Happens After Grouping?
Once objects are grouped, they behave as a single entity. You can now Move the grouped object by clicking and dragging it, and all included items will move together in unison. This is particularly useful for maintaining the relative position and layout of elements on your page or slide.
Grouping is a fundamental tool for managing complex layouts and ensuring consistency when arranging multiple visual elements in LibreOffice Draw, Impress, or even Writer (when using drawing objects).
