Joining endpoints


    The Join command connects the endpoints of an open path to create a closed path or joins the endpoints of two open paths.

    If you join two coincident endpoints (endpoints on top of each other), they are replaced with a single anchor point. If you join two noncoincident endpoints, a path is drawn between the two points.

To join two endpoints:

  1. Use the Direct Selection tool Direct Selection tool or the Lasso tool Lasso tool to select the endpoints. If the endpoints are coincident (on top of each other), drag a marquee through or around both endpoints to select them.
  2. Choose Object > Path > Join. A line is drawn, joining the two endpoints.
  3. If the endpoints are coincident, select the Corner option (the default) or the Smooth option from the dialog box that appears, to specify the type of join you want.
  4. Click OK.
  5. Illustration of Joining endpoints with these callouts: A. Selecting and joining coincident endpoints B. Selecting and joining non-coincident endpoints
    Joining endpoints A. Selecting and joining coincident endpoints B. Selecting and joining noncoincident endpoints