Subtracting shapes

Subtracting objects removes a section of the underlying objects using the outline of the top-most object.

image\SUBEX.gif

image\PRCARROW.gif To subtract a shape

1. Select the objects (see Selecting objects).

2. On the Arrange menu, choose Combine Shapes then Subtract Shapes (or press CTRL+2).

Tips

image\BULLET.gif You can use with all object types including bitmaps.

Movie—click below (not working in this version)

Subtracting objects

Combining

Moving objects backwards and forwards