Create and modify a grid repeat

Last updated on Sep 11, 2025

Learn how to create artwork that requires repeating objects in an array with just one click.

Create a grid repeat

Create the object you want to repeat.

Select the object using the  Selection  tool.

Select Object Repeat > Grid.

Modify grid repeat using on-canvas controls

To add more rows in the repeated artwork, drag the handle at the bottom of the grid.

To add more columns, drag the handle on the right side of the grid.

To increase or decrease the overall size of the grid repeat, drag from any corner.

To adjust spacing between repeated objects, drag the vertical or horizontal sliders within the grid.