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Align layers
Last updated on
2 Dec 2025
Learn how to align multiple layers in Adobe Photoshop instantly to create sharp, consistent designs for professional layouts, grids, or UI mock-ups.
Select Layer > Align, and select any of the following:
- Top Edges icon: Aligns the top edge of the selected layers to the highest pixel of the group or selection border.
- Vertical Centers icon: Aligns the vertical center pixel of the selected layers to the center of the group or selection border.
- Bottom Edges icon: Aligns the bottom edge of the selected layers to the lowest pixel of the group or selection border.
- Left Edges icon: Aligns the left pixel of the selected layers to the left pixel of the group or selection border.
- Horizontal Centers icon: Aligns the horizontal center pixel of the selected layers to the horizontal center pixel of the group or selection border.
- Right Edges icon: Aligns the right pixel of the selected layers to the right edge of the group selection border.