To move an object in Paint, you primarily use the Select tool.
Here's a breakdown:
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Select Tool: This is your main method. You can select the free-form select tool or the rectangular select tool, and the specific tool available will likely depend on the version of Paint you are using.
- Steps:
- Click the "Select" tool (often found in the "Image" group on the ribbon/toolbar).
- Choose either rectangular selection or free-form selection, depending on your need.
- Click and drag the selection tool around the object you want to move. Make sure the selection box includes the entire object.
- Once the object is selected (indicated by a dotted rectangle around it), click and drag the object to its new location on the canvas.
- Steps:
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Drag and Drop: After selecting the object, simply click and drag it to the desired location.
It's important to note that once moved, the area where the object was may be filled with the background color. If you want to move an object without leaving a trace, consider using transparency (if supported by your version of Paint) or carefully selecting and moving the object over a part of the image that matches its background.