User`s guide

Chapter 10 Using Spline Media
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The Scissors tool only cuts splines at control points. If you want to cut a spline between
control points, use the Pen tool to create a new control point at the desired location and then
cut the spline.
Using the Pen Tool
The Pen tool creates spline objects by setting control points. A spline automatically joins the
control points in the order in which they are created. You can also use the Pen tool to add or
delete control points on splines, add or remove bézier handles on each control point, adjust
bézier handles to create curving or straight lines between control points, change and position
control points. For example, you can convert cusp points to smooth points and vice versa.
Drawing a spline:
1. Click a point in the Composite window.
2. Do the following for the type of point you want to use:
Pen tool
Type of Point Illustration Method
Cusp point Click the control point