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Move a shape while creating it

To move a rectangle, round rectangle, oval, or regular polygon while creating it:

  1. Begin drawing the shape.
  2. Command-drag the shape where you want it.

When you release the Command key, you can continue to create the shape until you release the mouse button.

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