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Shaping objects | 181
You can also change the mapping mode of an envelope to specify how the object fits to the envelope. For example, you can stretch an
object to fit the basic dimensions of the envelope, and then apply the horizontal mapping mode to compress it horizontally so that it fits the
shape of the envelope.
To apply an envelope
1 Select an object.
2
In the toolbox, click the Envelope tool .
3 On the property bar, click one of the following buttons:
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Straight line mode — creates envelopes based on straight lines, adding perspective to objects
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Single-arc mode — creates envelopes with an arc shape on one side, giving objects a concave or convex appearance
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Double-arc mode — creates envelopes with an S shape on one or more sides
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Unconstrained mode — creates freeform envelopes that let you change the properties of the nodes, and add and delete the
nodes
4 Click the object.
5 Drag the nodes to shape the envelope.
If you want to reset the envelope, press Esc before releasing the mouse.
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Apply a preset envelope Click the Add preset button on the property bar, and click an
envelope shape.
Apply an envelope to an object with an envelope
Click the Add new envelope button on the property bar, and
drag the nodes to change the shape of the envelope.
Remove an envelope
Click Effects Clear envelope.
You can also apply an envelope by using the Envelope docker (Effects Envelope).
You can prevent the object’s straight lines from being converted to curves by enabling the Keep lines button on the property
bar.
To copy an envelope
1 Select an object to which you want to copy an envelope.
2
Click Effects Copy effect Envelope from.
3 Select the object from which you want to copy the envelope.