Which tool would you use to move around an image quickly without altering pixels?

• A. Hand Tool
• B. Move Tool
• C. Zoom Tool
• D. Marquee Tool

Answer: (A)

Panning around an image without editing pixels is a navigation skill. The Hand Tool is designed for this, letting you grab and drag the image to move the visible area without changing any pixels. It’s ideal for quickly inspecting different parts of a photo or layout.

The other tools do different editing tasks. The Move Tool shifts layers or selections, which can relocate content and affect the image. The Zoom Tool changes how large the image appears, not where you’re looking on it. The Marquee Tool creates a selection, which you’d use to define areas for editing, not to navigate.

A practical tip: you can often hold the Spacebar to temporarily switch to the Hand Tool for fast panning, then release to return to your previous tool.