How to Use the Pen Tool
Using the Pen Tool (Keyboard Shortcut: P) This is probably the tool that people fear the most. The good news is that with a little practice, you can master this powerful tool! In this exercise, we practice making straight and curved lines. I’ll always refer to the keyboard shortcut as the easiest way to invoke […]
How to Use the Ellipse Tool
Using the Ellipse Tool (Keyboard Shortcut: L) This was likely one of the first tools you learned to use in Adobe Illustrator. It’s quick and easy to draw an ellipse or oval – and even a circle. You may not realize that there are a number of settings available to assist you in creating an […]
How to Use the Rectangle Tool
Using the Rectangle Tool (Keyboard Shortcut: M) This was likely one of the first tools you learned to use in Adobe Illustrator. It’s quick and easy to draw a rectangle – and even a square. You may not realize that there are a number of settings available to assist you in creating a rectangle of […]
