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Add Curve Tool

What it Does​

Draws a new curve between two points you already have. Use this when you need a curved edge, such as an armhole, a neckline or a hip curve.

The curve starts out as a straight line with curve points along it. Curve points are the points that control the shape of a curve. While you are shaping, they show in pink. They turn green when you save. You drag them to bend the curve.

To turn an existing line into a curve instead, use the Line to Curve Tool.

How to Use​

  1. Activate the tool by clicking the Add Curve icon
  2. Select the start point and the end point of the new curve, then select Continue
  3. Enter the number of Curve Points for the curve, then select Continue. The default is 1
  4. Click and drag the pink curve points in the workspace to shape the curve
  5. Enter a name in the Name box
  6. Choose a color in the Style box
  7. Select Save to keep the curve, or Cancel to leave without adding it
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More curve points give you more places to bend the curve, but it is harder to keep the curve smooth. Start with one or two. You can add more later with the Add Curve Point Tool.

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The number of curve points must be greater than 0. If it is not, a message asks you to enter a number and the points you selected stay selected.

🧠Memorization

When you memorize a draft, the curve is remembered along with how far you moved each curve point.