Using the Pen Tool

Use the Pen Tool to draw curved or straight lines using a series of mouse clicks, or by clicking and dragging.


To draw a line:

  1. Click the Pen Tool.

  2. On the context toolbar, choose a segment type:

Straight: To create simple straight line segments.

Symmetric (Bézier): To create curved line segments with control handles for precise adjustment.

Smart: Useful for tracing around curved objects and pictures.

  1. Click on your page where you want to start your line then:

  1. To end the line, press Esc, double-click, or choose a different tool.