Graphics Reference
In-Depth Information
Using the Grid
A grid is a checkerboard display that you can use to help you align text and graphic ob-
jects. The grid appears behind your artwork, so it doesn't get in the way. With the Snap
to Grid command, you can align an object to a grid line. When the object's edge comes
within 2 pixels of a gridline, it snaps to the gridline point. You can use Guides & Grid
preferences to set grid settings, such as color, style, and spacing.
Change Grid Preferences
Click the
Edit
(Win) or
Illustrator
(Mac) menu, point to
Preferences
, and then
click
Guides & Grid
.
Select from the following options:
•
Color.
Specify a grid color.
•
Style.
Specify a grid style, either Lines or Dots.
