How to centre an image within tab control on front panel in LabVIEW 10 (Mac Version)?

Hello,
I would like to centre an image on the front panel. The image is on a tab control that is fit to the pane. I can't seem to find a way. I'm working with LabVIEW 10 on a Mac. Any suggestions would very much be appreciated.
Thanks,
Michelle
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Thanks Gita_A.
I have attached the relevant part of my program. It's not to do with the size but position of the image - I would like the image to be right in the centre of the tab control.
Attachments:
pic on tab control.vi ‏6 KB

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> to be fairly effortless, quick and smooth. After searching a bit for a
> knob/wheel/dial type of controller, I was only able to find the new
> PowerMate (Griffin Technology) as a reasonable candidate, and have yet
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