How to change the moving tool speed
The moving tool in Roblox Studio lets you reposition parts and models on your workspace. By default, it moves objects in fixed increments — usually one stud at a time. You can change this increment to move objects faster across larger distances or slower for precise placement.
The speed setting is called the move increment, and you control it through the Model tab in the top menu. The value you set determines how many studs the object moves with each click or drag.
Key Takeaways
- The move increment setting is found in the Model tab at the top of Roblox Studio, not in a separate preferences menu.
- Smaller numbers (like 0.1) let you position objects precisely; larger numbers (like 5 or 10) move objects faster across the workspace.
- The move increment applies only when you use the Move tool — it does not affect rotation or scaling tools.
- You can change the increment at any time while building, and the new value takes effect immediately on your next move.
Finding the move increment control
Open Roblox Studio and load a place or create a new one. At the top of the window, click the Model tab. You will see a toolbar with several tools: Select, Move, Scale, and Rotate. To the right of these tool icons, you will see a text box or number field labeled Move.
This field shows the current move increment value. The default is usually 1, meaning each movement command moves the object 1 stud. Click on this field to change it.
Setting the right increment for your task
If you are building a large structure and need to move objects across the map quickly, use a larger increment like 5, 10, or even 20. This reduces the number of clicks or drags needed to position something far away.
If you are fine-tuning the placement of a small object or aligning parts closely together, use a smaller increment like 0.1, 0.5, or 1. Smaller values give you more control but require more clicks to cover the same distance.
You can also use decimal values. For example, 0.25 gives you quarter-stud precision, which is useful when you need accuracy without the slowness of moving 0.1 studs at a time.
How the move increment works in practice
Once you set the move increment, select the Move tool (the cross-arrow icon in the Model tab). Click on a part in your workspace to select it. Now when you drag that part, it will move in steps equal to your increment value.
If your increment is set to 5 and you drag a part to the right, it will snap to positions that are 5 studs apart. If you set it to 0.1, the part will move in much smaller steps, giving you finer control over placement.
The increment also applies when you use the arrow keys on your keyboard to nudge a selected object. Each arrow key press moves the object by the increment amount in that direction.
Resetting to default if you get stuck
If you accidentally set the move increment to a very large number and find it hard to position objects, simply click the Move field again and type 1 to return to the default. You can also clear the field and type any value you prefer.
There is no "undo" button for the increment setting itself, but changing it does not affect any objects you have already placed — it only changes how future movements behave.
Common increment values and when to use them
| Increment Value | Best For | Example Use |
|---|---|---|
| 0.1 | Very precise placement | Aligning small decorative parts or fine-tuning door positions |
| 0.5 | Moderate precision | Placing furniture or small structures with some room for adjustment |
| 1 | Standard building | General construction and part placement (default setting) |
| 5 | Faster movement across space | Positioning large structures or moving objects across a map section |
| 10 or higher | Very fast placement | Rough positioning of large objects before fine-tuning |
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the move increment affect the Scale or Rotate tools?
No. The move increment only controls the Move tool. The Scale and Rotate tools have their own separate settings in the Model tab, and changing the move increment will not affect them.
Can I set the move increment to a negative number?
Technically you can type a negative number, but it will not behave as you might expect. Stick to positive values. If you want to move an object in the opposite direction, use the Move tool normally and drag in the direction you want.
What happens if I set the move increment to 0?
Setting it to 0 will prevent the Move tool from working at all — the object will not move. If this happens, simply change the value back to a positive number like 1.
Does the move increment setting save when I close Studio?
The move increment value resets to the default (usually 1) each time you restart Roblox Studio. You will need to set it again if you prefer a different value for your next building session.