Editing a polygon

Editing a polygon

Editing a polygon

You can edit the size, position, sides and/or angle of a polygonal-shaped vector.

To edit a polygon:

  1. Click the Select  button to enter selection mode.
  2. Select the vector.
    If you are working in the 3D view, ensure the Toggle Vector Visibility   is toggled on.
  3. Right-click the selected polygon and select Edit Polygon in the context menu. The Tool Settings: Polygon Creation panel is displayed and the polygon is shown as a preview image with handles for editing its size, rotation, and position.

    Centre point

    Rotation handle

    Resizing handle

  4. Modify the vector using the mouse or the panel.
  5. Right-click the 2D or 3D views to exit polygon-creation mode.

    You can also edit vectors using the Transform or Node Editing modes.

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