User Guide

Basically, if a series of curve points is connected, the
points will display an arc that takes the most graceful and
efficient route in maintaining the line through the sequence
of points. In mathematical terms, the slope of the curve is
continuous through the point.
Corner points
The corner point tool is used to join straight segments to
curved segments or to other straight segments at an angle,
or to connect two curve segments at a cusp. The corner
point tool can be selected by clicking on its indicator. When
the lock icon is in the locked position, the numeric equivalent
for choosing the corner point tool is “9.”
When you select a corner point, Fontographer displays the
point as a hollow square. You can change an existing point
to a corner point by selecting “Corner Point” from the
Points menu.
Tangent points
The tangent point tool is used to connect straight lines to
curves with a smooth tangent join. Tangent points may also
be used to connect straight line segments together. You can
select the tangent point tool by clicking on its indicator.
When the lock icon is in the locked position, the numeric
keypad equivalent for choosing the curve point tool is “0.”
When you select a tangent point, Fontographer displays the
point as a hollow triangle. You can change an existing point
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