It’s basically the same tool, you just gain some additional control over the placement of the text box object that you don’t have with a basic image.
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#Rotate image in word how to#
Below are the steps in Microsoft Word on how to rotate or flip an inserted image.
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The steps in this article were performed in the Office 365 version of Microsoft Word that is included with the subscription version of the Microsoft Office suite. How to Mirror an Image in Microsoft Word for Office 365 (Guide with Pictures) Our article continues below with additional information on how to create a mirror image in Word, including pictures of these steps.