Point Shape

Use Point Shape  to create a shape by placing points to create an irregular outline of curved and straight lines around the desired area.

Shortcut

• Create Tab:

  

• Keys: Alt, C, D, DP

Create a Point Shape

1. Select the Create tab of the ribbon bar.

2. In the Shape area select a Fill type and an Outline type.

3. In the Draw Shape

   

    drop-down menu, select Point Shape

   

   . The pointer changes to the Point pointer 

   

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4. Click to place a series of points for the shape.

As you click the third point on the line, the line becomes closed (it becomes a loop). As you place more points the line adjusts itself.

The line may ’swing’ while you place points. Just carry on, you can adjust it afterwards.

5. Use Ctlr–click to place square nodes for straight lines.

6. Move the pointer over one of the nodes on the line. The pointer changes to the Move Node pointer 

   

   . Adjust the node as desired.

When the Move Node pointer is active you can adjust existing nodes. If you click while the Point pointer



 is active, another point is added to the line.

7. When your line is as desired, right-click to place the shape.

Place Shape

Freehand Shape