Adobe Illustrator Visual QuickStart Guide

13. Modifying Vector Objects and Paths

In This Chapter

Modifying Objects Using Bounding Boxes

Modifying Objects Using Tools

Cutting Objects and Paths Using Tools

Modifying Paths Using Freeform Tools

Modifying Objects Using Panels

Modifying Objects Using Commands

Modifying artwork is a user-friendly experience with the tools, panels, and commands that Illustrator provides.

Modifying Objects Using Bounding Boxes

You can easily modify selected objects using the bounding box that surrounds them.

Hide or show the bounding box

Do either of the following:

• Choose View > Hide Bounding Box.

• Choose View > Show Bounding Box.

Tip

The bounding box is visible by default.

Scale objects free-form

Do the following (Figure 13.1):

1. Hover the cursor