Learn how to use all the vector information when closing paths with Astute Graphics VectorScribe, including direction handles on path endpoints, which are ignored by Illustrator alone.
- [Instructor] Another unique feature of VectorScribe…is the ability to use all the vector information…when closing paths.…Let me show you what I mean by that.…In our Exercise File, we have this rounded corner rectangle.…And if I select one of the corner segments…with the direct selection tool,…I can see the two handles that create this rounding.…Here and here.…And now if I press the Delete key,…that segment goes away and I have an open path.…But notice if I select one of the endpoints…of this open path, I can see that it still has the handle…that was creating the curve.…
And the same goes for the other endpoint.…Those handles are still part of the vector information…that makes up this path.…But if I now wanted to close the path…and restore the rounded corner,…I can't really do that with Illustrator alone…because by itself Illustrator won't use the information…in those direction handles.…If I select both endpoints…and choose Object, Path, Join,…you see that I get a beveled corner.…
The direction handles were ignored and removed.…
Author
Mike Rankin
Released
3/9/2018- Working with dynamic corners and shapes
- Moving points along a path
- Cleaning up vector artwork with redundant points
- Drawing with symmetry
- Connecting and straightening objects
- Adjusting colors with filters and effects
- Creating vector halftones
- Sketching with brushes and variable width strokes
- Configuring autosaves and automatic backups
- Stippling vector graphics, photos, and text
- Applying and editing texture effects
Skill Level Intermediate
Duration
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Introduction
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Welcome54s
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1. Use VectorScribe
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Overview2m 12s
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Work with dynamic corners7m 25s
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Work with dynamic shapes7m 45s
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Edit paths with PathScribe9m 55s
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Move points along a path4m 24s
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Close paths1m 12s
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Use the Extend Path tool10m 17s
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Use the Dynamic Measure tool8m 38s
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2. Use SubScribe
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Draw circles and arcs4m 3s
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3. Use ColliderScribe
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Use the collision spacing2m 14s
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4. Use MirrorMe
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Mirror artwork4m 39s
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Draw with symmetry2m 43s
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Mirror text and images3m 55s
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5. Use Phantasm
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Create vector halftones5m 37s
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Apply effects to photos2m 55s
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Create duotone effects6m 56s
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6. Using InkScribe
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Draw with InkScribe5m 43s
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7. Use DynamicSketch
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Draw and modify paths9m 54s
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Sketch with brushes2m 21s
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Use pulled cursor control4m 11s
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Use Repeat Sketch2m 57s
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Use Intellingent Join2m 23s
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Use Gesture Trim4m 21s
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8. Use WidthScribe
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Use the Width Brush tool4m 35s
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Use the Width Gradient tool7m 21s
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Use the Width Selector tool4m 32s
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Use the Width Stamp panel6m 58s
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Use Width Stamp presets3m 44s
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Use custom contours3m 57s
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9. Use Stylism
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Overview5m 18s
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Work with drop shadows4m 38s
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Work with feathering1m 36s
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Work with Transform effects5m 26s
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Work with Offset Path2m 25s
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Work with Gaussian Blur3m 2s
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10. Use Autosaviour
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11. Use Stipplism
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Understanding stippling1m 24s
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Use the stipple controls5m 51s
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Stipple vectors5m 13s
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Stipple text2m 44s
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Stipple photos1m 55s
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12. Use Texturino
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Texturino overview1m 37s
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Use the Opacity Brush7m 25s
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Import textures2m 35s
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Use the Texture Manager3m 8s
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Use the Texture Brush3m 36s
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Distort textures4m 6s
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13. Use VectorFirstAid
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VectorFirstAid overview2m 23s
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Remove redundant points3m 51s
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Use checkup profiles5m 11s
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Use custom checkups2m 52s
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Conclusion
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Next steps1m 10s
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