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Move Point XY Tool

What it Does​

Moves one or more points a set distance across (X) and up or down (Y).

Use this when you know exactly how far a point should move. To move points so they land on another point, use Match Points instead.

All the points you select move the same amount, so they keep their positions relative to each other.

How to Use​

  1. Activate the tool by selecting the Move Point XY icon
  2. Select one or more points to move, then select Continue
  3. Enter the distance across in the X Position box. You can type a number or a formula
  4. Enter the distance up or down in the Y Position box. You can type a number or a formula
  5. Select Preview to see the points move. You can change the numbers and select Preview again
  6. Select Save to keep the move, or Cancel to leave without changing anything

Both boxes start at 0, and 0 means no move in that direction. The distance is in the unit shown beside the box. A positive X moves the points right and a positive Y moves them down. A negative number moves them the other way. Use Preview to check.

🧠Memorization

When you memorize a draft, the move is remembered. A move that uses a formula changes when you redraft with different measurements.