You create an elliptical arc of any angle using the elliptical arc tool. Because it is a line, the arc adopts the current line style. For more information about setting line styles, see Creating graphics.
To create a full ellipse, use the ellipse tool.
To draw an elliptical arc
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From the Place menu, choose the .
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Move the pointer to the location where you want to start the arc.
The arc is drawn counterclockwise from this start point. -
Drag the mouse to define the shape of the arc.
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Release the left mouse button to mark the end of the arc.
The arc appears in the selection color.
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Choose the selection tool or press
ESCto dismiss the arc tool.
Shortcuts
- Tool palette:
- Keyboard:
SHIFT+T