How can I keep the position of a gradient consistent over multiple, separate objects?

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When using gradients in Harmony, we may want to have a gradient appear seamless over many shapes. This can be tricky to do with separate adjustments. Below are some options on how to create a consistent gradient over different shapes. 

Step 1: Adjust the gradient into the desired position

Before applying the gradient to many shapes, a reference for the gradient position must be created. If you haven’t yet done this, follow this step and then move onto one of the other options.

  1. In the Camera or Drawing view, fill in a shape or section with the chosen gradient swatch.
  2. In the Tools toolbar, select the Edit Gradient/Texturetool and adjust the gradient’s position. Make sure the final position is the one you want to continue seamlessly across the other shapes. See Using the Edit Gradient and Texture Tool for more information.

Step 2: Copy/paste with the Edit Gradient/Texture tool

  1. In the Tools toolbar, select the Edit Gradient/Texture tool.
  2. In the Camera or Drawing view, select the fill with the gradient position you want to use. A blue selection will appear:

  1. Use the hotkeys Ctrl + C (Windows/Linux) or ⌘ + C (macOS) to copy the position of the selection.
  2. With the Edit Gradient/Texture tool, use Shift + click or a lasso selection to select the other painted shapes whose gradient position you want to change.
  3. Use Ctrl + V (Windows/Linux) or ⌘ + V (macOS) to paste the position of the gradient seamlessly across all shapes.

WARNING: When doing a multi-select with the Edit Gradient/Texture tool, the tool will not show all selected objects, but rather just the last one selected. The paste will still work across all objects, provided the Shift + Select process was not interrupted.

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