The technique you use to copy an object depends on where you want to place the copy. When the copy will be near the original, duplicating is generally easier. When the copy will be far from the original or in another document, copying and pasting is generally easier.
To duplicate an object:
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Click the object to select it. |
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Choose Duplicate from the Edit menu. |
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The copy appears on top of the original, slightly offset. |
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Drag the copy to the desired location. |
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Tip: To copy an object quickly within the same document, hold down the Option key while you drag the object. |
To copy and paste an object:
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Click the object to select it. |
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Choose Copy from the Edit menu. |
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Click where you want the copy to appear. |
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Choose Paste from the Edit menu. |
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Tip: You can quickly copy an object to another document or to the Mac OS Finder desktop by dragging the object. |
If you can't select something:
If you see the Transform menu and not the Arrange menu, you are in a painting document or frame and must use a different method for selecting items. (Because there are significant differences between painting and drawing features, it is important to choose whether to paint or draw before you begin creating something.)