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Move Text Without Leaving The Type Tool

By Sue Chastain, About.com

When the text tool is active, you can reposition your text without switching tools. Just move the cursor away from the text and it will change to the move tool icon. Now simply click and drag to reposition the text.

Related Resources:
Photoshop Tools, Features & Commands
Photoshop Text Effects Tutorials

Compatibility: Photoshop 6 and higher, Photoshop Elements

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