Friday, September 23, 2011

Review Week 6

What is the pen tool used for?
The pen tool is used to make straight lines quickly, as well as making smooth, curved lines.
How can you manipulate a path/line in Illustrator? Discuss the use of the white arrow tool, pen +, pen -, and convert too.
By using the white arrow tool, anchor points can be moved to a different location. In addition, the pen + tool can be used to add anchor points, and the pen - tool can be used to remove points.
How can you utilize the layers palette in Illustrator?
If designs are created on different layers, the lines and shapes can be locked on a specific layer so they don't get moved or altered.
How do you create a clipping mask in Adobe Illustrator?
First, create a rectangle using the shape tool and make it to the size you want the clipping mask to be. Then, make sure you bring the rectangle to the front of the entire document. Next, highlight all of the lines and objects. Lastly, on the Adobe Illustrator at the top of the program, hold the mouse over object, move down to clipping mask, and move over to make and then click. Then the clipping mask is created.

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