Create curved paths using the Arc tool

Last updated on Jul 17, 2024

The Arc tool lets you create and modify arcs.

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Use the Arc tool to create curved paths in a few simple steps.

Select the Arc tool.
Drag on the artboard to draw an arc.
Double-click the Arc tool to open the Arc Segment Tools Options dialog box. Customize the Arc tool's Length X-Axis, Length Y-Axis, Type, Base Along, Slope, and Fill Arc settings.

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