Using the symbol shifter tool

The symbol shifter tool moves symbol instances around. It can also change the relative paint order of symbol instances in a set.

You can use one of the following Method options when using the symbol shifter tool:

• User Defined gradually pulls symbols toward or away from the cursor.
• Random modifies the density randomly in the area under the cursor.
• Average gradually smooths out the density values.

To move or shift symbol instances:

Select the symbol shifter tool  and drag in the direction you want the symbol instances to move.

To change the stacking order of symbol instances within the brush's diameter:

Select the symbol shifter tool  and do one of the following:

• To bring symbol instances forward, Shift-click the symbol instance.
• To send symbol instances backward, hold down Alt (Windows) or Option (Mac OS) and Shift-click the symbol instance.