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images click the ‘Add photo’ handle on the end of each row, or drag the ‘Add/Remove
rows’ handle at the bottom left of the grid to add a complete row.

Note that the more images you add into a row, the shorter that row becomes, especially if
the images are wide such as panorama photos. Similarly rows containing just a single
image will usually be taller. So distribute your photos around the grid with this in mind, if
you want similarly sized photos throughout.

Border

There’s a Border width handle on the top left photo in the grid that lets you adjust the
space between each photo. You can have no space at all if you choose, but when you do
have a border it’s simply empty space between the photos so you see whatever is behind
your photo grid. Therefore if you want to see something other than the page background
behind, just draw a rectangle behind and set its color or fill to give the border effect you
would like.

Other Photo Grids

The "COMPONENTS" > "IMAGE RESOURCES" > "PHOTO GRIDS" folder of the ONLINE CONTENT
CATALOGUE also includes some other new (currently non-smart) photo grids. These are
fixed designs, so you can only replace the images and resize these grids.
Photo grid, Grids, Stacked photo grids, Smart grids, Smart photo grids.

Arrow SmartShapes

One of the most popular graphic elements is the arrow. Web Designer Premium includes
perhaps the most flexible, yet simple-to-use arrow tool - the Arrow SmartShape.

The great thing about the Arrow SmartShape is that there’s no complex arrow tool to
learn - the arrow is controlled by dragging a few handles on the shape. So creating and
customizing an arrow is an interactive, visual experience. As with all the shapes, hover
over the handles to see a tooltip.

We provide a library of preset designs, which can be customized as required. Use the
menu "INSERT" > "SHAPE" > "LINES & ARROWS" to insert an arrow.