How Do You Transform From Center in Photoshop?

To transform from the center in Photoshop, use the Free Transform tool while holding down a specific key.

Here's a breakdown of the process:

Select the Layer: Choose the layer you want to transform in the Layers panel.
Activate Free Transform: Press Ctrl + T (Windows) or Command + T (Mac) to activate the Free Transform tool. A bounding box will appear around your selected layer content.
Transform from the Center: Hold down the Alt key (Windows) or the Option key (Mac) while dragging any of the bounding box handles. This will scale, rotate, or skew the layer proportionally from its center point.

Key Considerations:

Proportional Transformation: To maintain the aspect ratio while transforming from the center, hold down Shift + Alt (Windows) or Shift + Option (Mac) while dragging a corner handle.
Center Point Location: The center point of the transformation defaults to the center of the layer. You can move this center point by clicking and dragging the small crosshair that appears in the center of the bounding box. This allows you to transform around a different pivot point.
Precise Transformations: For precise transformations, use the options bar at the top of the Photoshop window after activating Free Transform. Here you can input exact values for width, height, rotation, etc., ensuring accuracy. Note that the "reference point" icon in the options bar determines the origin point for your transformation. Ensure the center reference point is selected if you specifically want to transform from the center using numerical inputs.

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