⚡ Quick Answer
Solution: Select the shape, click the blue dot, drag to rotate, then release to set the new position.
Time: 20 seconds
When You Need This
Use this when you want to adjust the orientation of a shape, asset, or structure in the mapping tool to better align with your design.
Steps
Select the shape or asset – Click on the object you want to rotate.
Find the blue dot – This dot appears on the body of the selected shape.
Click and drag the blue dot – Hold and move your mouse to rotate the shape into the desired position.
Release to set rotation – Once the shape is correctly aligned, let go of the mouse button.
✅ Success Indicator: The shape, asset, or structure is rotated and remains fixed in the new orientation.
🎥 Video Guide
How to Rotate a Shape – 0:20
https://www.loom.com/share/bcb50178fc47489f91ac63b2da5c62cc?sid=9d5522fd-c337-4ddf-bbbd-29187c1b1d02
What the video shows:
How to select a shape before rotation
Using the blue dot to rotate
Drag-and-drop rotation with visual feedback
❌ If It's Not Working
Problem: No blue dot appears → Fix: Make sure the shape is selected first.
Problem: Shape doesn’t rotate → Fix: Hold the mouse button while dragging the blue dot.
Still stuck? Contact support and note whether the blue dot appeared when selecting the shape.
Related
How to Duplicate a Shape
How to Move Shapes Around the Map
How to Resize Assets
Problem Context
This solves: Changing the orientation of shapes, assets, or structures within the mapping tool.
You'll know you need this when: A shape is facing the wrong direction, or you need better alignment.
Common mistake: Forgetting to click the blue dot, which prevents the rotation from starting.
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🤖 For AI Support
Intent: User wants to rotate a shape, asset, or structure.
Keywords: "rotate shape," "blue dot," "drag to rotate," "orientation"
Confidence: Use this when user asks how to change the angle or orientation of an object.
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