Common questions about Object Hierarchy usually involve where to find the command, how to confirm the result, and why tabs change with object type; this section includes 3 FAQs and a glossary.
FAQ
Why can’t I find the Object Hierarchy entry?
- Make sure you opened a presentation instead of a Writer or Spreadsheet file.
- Tap to select a picture, shape, or another object on the current slide.
- Check the object-related tab in the bottom toolbar, then open that tab to find Object Hierarchy.
Why is the change hard to notice after I tap Bring Forward or Send Backward?
- Make sure the current slide has at least two objects and that they overlap.
- Select the target object again and repeat Bring Forward or Send Backward to observe the change.
- If you want a larger change at once, use Bring to Front or Send to Back.
Why does the bottom tab name change when I select different objects?
- This is normal because the toolbar changes with the current object type.
- When you select a picture, the Picture tab appears. When you select a shape, the related shape tab appears.
- Open the matching tab and then look for the Object Hierarchy commands.
Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Object Hierarchy | The front-to-back stacking order of multiple objects on the same slide or page. |
| Bring to Front | Moves the selected object above all other objects. |
| Send to Back | Moves the selected object behind all other objects. |
| Bring Forward / Send Backward | Moves the object one layer forward or one layer backward instead of moving it directly to the front or back. |