Bezier Curve

Bezier curves enable you create vector objects by using a series of curves, lines and control points to draw vector paths. Each point has an associated axis which can be used to increase the length and degree of curvature of a section of the vector path. The final shape of the vector object is created when you close off the curve. There are various ways of doing this, as you will see.

Click on Bezier Curve image\ppVectorBezierCurve.gif in the Vector tools box.

There are two basic techniques to remember when using the mouse to draw curves and lines:

To complete a curve you must right-click to define the finish point and open a submenu with the following options:

The best way to learn how to create vector objects using Bezier curves is, as always, to experiment. You can always edit or delete the results later on.

You can read about how to edit vector objects in Vector objects: Modifying.

See also:

Creating a vector object

Editing vector objects