To combine objects
1
Select two or more objects that you want to combine.
Note: Each selected object must overlap at least one other selected
object.
2
Open the Combine palette (if it isnt already open).
3
Select a combine method and the effect immediately happens.
Each method is represented by an icon and description.
Selecting a combine method
In the Combine palette, you can choose various methods for combin-
ing objects. Some methods require that the paths of overlapping
objects intersect for the effect to be visible or work properly. In addi-
tion, some methods work only with closed vector objects, and not
with lines and open curves.
Trim
Trims intersecting lines or arcs by shortening them until they
meet at a vertex. You can trim a line to a line, an arc to an arc, or an
arc to a line. In each case, Canvas trims the shorter segments of the
intersecting lines and arcs. Trimmed lines and arcs remain separate
and retain their attributes.
Trim also trims lines or arcs where they intersect closed vector
objects. The vector objects do not change.
If Canvas cant trim the selected objects, a message tells you that the
operation requires at least one open path.
Outline
Creates one path around the selected objects and fills the
interior of the new shape with the ink of the front object.
Original objects
Trim applied