The Size category (Figure 8.63) is for adjusting the current size of an object. All sizes are specified in inches.

 

To change the size of an object, use the Format→Object Options→Size command on an object in edit or selected mode, or right-click on the object, select Format from the pop-up menu, and choose the Size category. You can change the absolute size, or scale the object by a certain percentage. By enabling the Lock Aspect Ratio checkbox, you ensure that the width and the height change in the same ratio (thereby keeping the object in the same proportion).

 

The original size is only meaningful for inserted pictures. For other objects, the original size will always be the same as the current size.

 

Note: When the object to be resized is a Text Box containing a token, table, or text, you will not be able to make the text box smaller than the minimum size to display the text or the minimum dimensions of the token or table (see Resizing Text Boxes).