Extra Information
Snagit on Windows Snagit 11.1 Help File
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Erase a Portion of the Canvas
Use the Eraser tool to freehand erase any flattened part of a capture, exposing the canvas beneath.
Control the width, opacity and antialiasing.
To use this tool:
1. Select Draw tab > Drawing Tools group > Erase tool.
2. Select a style from the Styles group.
3. Click and drag the mouse on the canvas to apply eraser.
Change the Eraser Width
1. Select Draw tab > Drawing Tools group > Erase tool.
2. Select Styles group > Outline option > Width. Select a width from the menu or click Custom Width to
select a new width.
Set the Opacity Level
Opacity is the ability to see through the eraser. The graphic below shows a sample of effects that can be
achieved by controlling the opacity level.
1. Select Draw tab > Drawing Tools group > Erase tool.
2. Select a style from the Styles group.
3. Select Styles group > Effects > Opacity > Select the opacity level or click Custom to enter a specific
percentage.
4. Click and drag the mouse on the canvas to apply eraser.
Antialiasing for Smooth Lines
This option is enabled by default.
1. Click a line on the canvas to give it focus.
2. Select Styles group > Effects > Antialias.