How Do You Rotate an Ellipse in Photoshop?

To rotate an ellipse in Photoshop, use the Free Transform tool.

Here's a step-by-step guide:

1. Select the Ellipse Layer: In the Layers panel, click on the layer containing the ellipse you want to rotate. Ensure it is a shape layer.

2. Activate Free Transform: Go to Edit > Free Transform or press Ctrl+T (Windows) / Command+T (Mac). A bounding box will appear around the ellipse.

3. Rotate the Ellipse: Move your cursor just outside one of the corners of the bounding box. The cursor will change to a curved, double-headed arrow. Click and drag to rotate the ellipse to the desired angle.

4. Confirm the Rotation: Press Enter (Windows) / Return (Mac) or click the checkmark in the options bar at the top to apply the rotation.

Alternatively, you can also specify the exact rotation angle:

1. Activate Free Transform: As above, go to Edit > Free Transform or press Ctrl+T (Windows) / Command+T (Mac).

2. Locate Rotation Input: Look at the options bar at the top of the screen. You'll see a field labeled with a rotation symbol (it looks like a partially filled circle).

3. Enter Rotation Value: Type the desired rotation angle (in degrees) into that field and press Enter (Windows) / Return (Mac). For example, enter "45" to rotate the ellipse 45 degrees clockwise. Negative values will rotate it counter-clockwise.

4. Confirm the Rotation: Press Enter (Windows) / Return (Mac) again or click the checkmark in the options bar to apply the rotation.