Creating a Path Graphic

You can create a path graphic from one or more open elements such as lines, polylines, curves, and arcs.

The path graphic is created according to the start and end points and the z-order of the open elements that create it.

For example, if you draw a line from point A to point B, then an arc from point C to point D, and then join these elements in a path graphic, the path graphic is described by a straight edge from points A to B, a straight edge from points B to C, a curved edge from points C to D, and closed by a straight edge from points D to A.

Note: If the Path Graphic doesn’t appear as you expected after you create it, then you can swap the end points or change the z-order of one or more elements. For more information, see and Changing the Z-order of an Element in a Path Graphic.

To create a path graphic

1. Select one or more open elements.

2. On the Arrange menu, point to Path, and then click Combine. A new path graphic is created from the selected open elements.

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Using Path Graphics