Ctrl Scaling question [answered]

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1

I’m trying to scale an item with the Control centering thing, and I can’t figure out how to type my scale (.5) into the box. Any tips?

2

Press ctrl, click and drag the relevant handle a small amount, let go of mouse and ctrl and type .5 and hit enter.

3

I’m trying that, but It keeps scaling between grips whenever I stop pressing ctrl

4

Let go of the mouse before you let go of ctrl

5

ah. Thank you, i’d just been clicking and not having my finger on it at all.