Making objects rectangular, rounded, or elliptical


    The Convert to Shape effects (Rectangle, Rounded Rectangle, and Ellipse) convert a vector object's or raster image's shape. You can add more complexity by applying the effect to a specific attribute of an object that has multiple fills or strokes. For more information, see Working with appearance attributes.

To make an object rectangular or elliptical:

  1. Select the object.
  2. Choose Effect > Convert to Shape > Rectangle, Rounded Rectangle, or Ellipse.
  3. Do any of the following:
    • To set the dimensions of the new shape precisely, select Absolute, and enter values in the Width and Height text boxes.
    • To set the dimensions of the new shape using values that are relative to the object's original dimensions, select Relative, and enter positive or negative values in the Extra Width and Extra Height text boxes. (Negative values decrease and positive values increase a dimension relative to the original dimension.)
    • If you chose Rounded Rectangle from the Shape menu, enter a value in the Corner Radius text box to determine the curvature of the rounded edge.
  4. Click OK.