creating objects in the center
 

Hi, I have a really basic question about when I create objects. in all the tutorials when they for ex creats a polygon sphere they just go Create-->Polygons-->Spehere. and the sphere pops up right in the center by it self. Me on the other hand has to click and drag to get the position and size. Im guessing this is just an option setting or something but where can I find it?
thanks!

un check 'interactive creation' its at the bottom of Create >Polygons > interactive creation... same for nurbs.

thank you!