To find the Artboard Tool in Adobe Photoshop, you access it through the toolbar, typically grouped with the Move Tool.
Locating the Artboard Tool
Based on the reference provided, the most direct way to find the Artboard Tool is by following these steps:
- Go to the Toolbar: Navigate to the main toolbar, usually located on the left side of your Photoshop workspace.
- Identify the Move Tool: Look for the top-most tool in the toolbar. This is typically the Move Tool, represented by a cross with arrowheads on each end or a simple four-headed arrow icon.
- Right-Click: Right-click directly on the Move Tool icon.
- Select the Artboard Tool: A fly-out menu will appear, displaying other tools grouped with the Move Tool. Select the Artboard Tool from this list.
Once selected, you can use the Artboard Tool to create new artboards, resize existing ones, and manage multiple artboards within a single Photoshop document.
Tool Grouping Overview
Many tools in Photoshop are grouped together under a single icon to save space on the toolbar. A small triangle in the bottom-right corner of a tool icon indicates that it is part of a group and you can access other tools by right-clicking or clicking and holding the icon.
| Tool Icon | Default Tool Name | Grouped Tools |
|---|---|---|
| (Move Tool) | Move Tool | Move Tool, Artboard Tool |
| (Rectangular Marquee Tool) | Rectangular Marquee Tool | Rectangular Marquee Tool, Elliptical Marquee Tool, etc. |
This grouping is why you find the Artboard Tool nested under the Move Tool icon.
What is the Artboard Tool Used For?
The Artboard Tool allows you to create and manage multiple canvases (artboards) within a single document file. This is particularly useful for designing websites, UI/UX layouts, or various assets for different screen sizes or purposes all in one place. Each artboard acts as a separate canvas that you can export independently.
