Graphics Reference
In-Depth Information
Splitting Paths
The Scissors tool on the Tools panel allows you to split an open path into two paths or
open a closed path. You can split a path at an anchor point or in the middle of a segment.
If you want to split a path at an anchor point, you can also use the Cut Path at Selected
Anchor Points button on the Control panel.
Split a Path
Select the
Direct Selection
tool on the Tools panel.
Select the object with the path that you want to split.
Select the
Scissors
tool on the Tools panel.
Click the object's path where you want to split it.
If you click on a closed path, it turns into an open path. If you click on an open
path, it splits it into two paths.
If you click a line segment, two endpoints appear, one on top of the other.
To move the endpoints, select the
Direct Selection
tool, and then drag the selec-
ted endpoint to display the endpoint below it.
