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How to Use the Pen Tool

One of the most powerful features of CreateStudio is the pen tool. It lets you create your own shapes from basic figures to complex forms. You can use it to draw shapes from scratch or even trace existing figures. The possibilities are just endless!

Click on the plus sign (+) > select the Pen tool 

Mouse and Keyboard Shortcuts conveniently open after selecting the Pen Tool.


Draw a custom line

Click on Pen Tool

Draw a straight line by clicking on a starting point and then an endpoint. 

You can add as many line segments as needed between the start and endpoint.

When you're done with your drawing, click on Exit Pen Tool

Change the line's color and width under the Settings panel




Draw a closed figure

Click on a starting point.

Keep adding points as you go around the figure until the endpoint meets the starting point.
Click on Exit Pen Tool
You now have a custom shape! 

You can change its colors, opacity, and other properties in the settings panel


Draw a curved line

First, draw a straight line
Add a toggle point by clicking somewhere in the middle of the line

Drag the toggle point to create a curve
Change the color and width in the Settings panel as needed 









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