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4. Transform Tools | |
The Flip tool provides the ability to flip layers or selections either horizontally or vertically. When a selection is flipped, a new layer with a Floating Selection is created. You can use this tool to create reflections.
You can get to the Flip tool in several ways :
In the the image-menu through: / /,
By clicking the tool icon:
in Toolbox,
or by using the Shift+F key combination.
The Shift+F key combination will change the active tool to Flip.
Ctrl lets you change the modes between horizontal and vertical flipping.
The available tool options for the Flip Tool can be accessed by
double clicking the Flip Tool icon.
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These options are described in Transform tools common options. |
The Tool Toggle settings control flipping in either a Horizontal or Vertical direction. This toggle can also be switched using a key modifier.
