Transforming and Distorting Objects > Combining paths > Using the Punch command

 

Using the Punch command

Punch removes parts of selected, closed paths below the topmost, closed path. The front selected path is deleted as its shape punches a hole. Where a hole is fully enclosed within a path, a punched path becomes a composite path. Stroke and fill attributes remain unchanged.

To apply the Punch command to selected paths, do one of the following:

Choose Modify > Combine > Punch.

Choose Window > Toolbars > Xtra Operations and click the Punch icon.

Note: For more information on using and managing Xtras, see Using and managing Xtras.

Choose Xtras > Path Operations > Punch.