Splitting paths

You can split an open path into two separate paths, or split a closed path to become an open path, by selecting the Scissors tool  from the Toolbox (or press C) and clicking any point along the path (either a path segment or a node). B-spline paths are automatically converted to Bezier paths when you split them.

You can also split a path by selecting one or more anchor points along the path and pressing DELETE. This removes the nodes and their adjacent segments.