Translate Objects

Translate objects along an axis, along a plane, or in 3D space.

1. Select the Move tool, or press M or T.
   
   
2. Select one or more objects.
3. Choose from the following options:
   • Drag the objects.
     Tip: Grab and release parts by their snap points (end points, midpoints, center points, etc.) to align them precisely. You can temporarily disable snapping by holding down the Alt key.
   • For more precision, click a graphic manipulator, and then drag the graphic manipulator or enter distances in the microdialog fields.

     To	Do this
     Translate along an axis	Click the X, Y, or Z arrow.
     Translate along a plane	Click the XY, XZ, or YZ plane.
     Translate in 3D space	Click the origin.

4. Right-click and mouse through the check mark to exit, or double-right-click.