When inserting an image or picture into an OpenOffice Writer document, you only have the option to flip that image horizontally or vertically. There is no option in OpenOffice Writer to rotate the image within a document.
If you need to rotate an image 90 degrees, we suggest rotating the image using an image editor. Then, save the image to overwrite the image with the new rotation. Or, save the rotated image as a new file.
- How to rotate or turn an image.
Why does the image look ok, but when inserted not rotated?
Unfortunately, OpenOffice Writer cannot detect all forms of rotation or orientation. The rotated image may appear fine when viewed elsewhere (e.g., Windows Explorer), but when inserted into a Writer document, it may appear to be rotated. To fix this problem, open it in an image editor, rotate, and save it as a new file. Once saved, it will be correct when inserted into a document.
We do not recommend using OpenOffice Draw to rotate an image. Instead, use any other image editor capable of modifying image files. Even MSPaint in Windows is a better option.
Related information
- How to rotate or turn an image.
- See our rotate definition for further information and related links.
- OpenOffice help and support.
