How to Make a Mirrored Image in Illustrator

by Willa Dunn
Illustrator enables you to create a reflected image.

Illustrator enables you to create a reflected image.

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Illustrator is an Adobe application that enables you to create and modify images using a variety of tools and processes. The interface provides several object transformation tools, including Scale, Rotate and Reflect. The Reflect tool allows you to flip an object using specific options. Use the Reflect tool to create a mirrored image in Illustrator.



3. Select “Object,” “Transform,” then “Reflect.” Choose the “Vertical” option for a left to right reflection. Choose the “Horizontal” option for a top to bottom reflection. Click “OK.” The image appears as it would in a mirror.

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