# Rotate

Use the Rotate tool to change the angle of elements.

Use one of the following methods to activate the Rotate tool:

- Select Tools > Sceneplanning Tools > Rotate.
- Click the Rotate tool on the Scene Operation Tools toolbar.
- Press [8], the default keyboard shortcut.

Press [Ctrl] when using the Rotate tool to switch temporarily to the Select tool.

See Also
Rotating Elements
Animating Rotation with the Rotate Tool
Changing the Rotation Pivot Point Position