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130 Shape Handling

Radius
Diameter
Bounds creation

Select the RADIUS option to draw circles. The start point of a drag determines the circle’s
center.

Select the DIAMETER option. Now the start point of a drag determines the position of the
edge of the circle.
With the BOUNDS CREATION button selected, drag on the canvas to draw an ellipse. Hold
down "Ctrl" while dragging to create a circle rather than an ellipse.
You can convert an ellipse into a circle at any time by double clicking on a control handle.

SmartShapes

SmartShapes are a way enhanced functionality can be added to Designer Pro.
SmartShapes are plug-ins. Each SmartShape incorporates its own editing controls,
usually in the form of small handles you drag to adjust the shape.

Find SmartShapes throughout the ONLINE CONTENT CATALOG and under the INSERT
MENU. For example choose "INSERT" > "SHAPE" from the main menu to choose from a
selection of simple SmartShapes.

Or with the QUICKSHAPE TOOL selected, click on the INSERT button on the InfoBar.

Simple SmartShapes