Graphics Reference
In-Depth Information
3. Working with Objects
What You'll Do
Understand Vector and Raster Images
Understand Paths
Select a Drawing Mode
Create Pixel Aligned Objects
Create Rectangles and Ellipses
Create Polygons and Stars
Create Line Segments
Create Arcs, Spirals, and Grids
Use the Shape Builder Tool
Create Perspective Objects
Use the Selection Tool
Use the Direct Selection Tool
Use the Lasso Tool
Use the Magic Wand Tool
Select and Group Objects
Save and Edit Selections
Move and Duplicate Objects
Align and Distribute Objects
Transform Objects
Rotate, Scale, Reflect, or Shear Objects
Apply Multiple Transformations
Reshape Objects with Envelopes
Introduction
Adobe Illustrator is an application that that provides tools you can use to work with vector
graphics, which include vector shapes and vector objects. Vector graphics are created using
mathematical shapes, not pixels, and that's why vector shapes are considered resolution-in-
