The editor allows you to seamlessly replace, add, or remove elements without disrupting the intricate structure of the design.
Important note: The tool does not permit free dragging of elements. Any actions performed will result in the scaling of all elements based on their shape and position.
To modify an element simply navigate the design with the mouse and use the left-click to select the desired element, which will be highlighted in blue.
The Element editor is compose of 3 sections:
- Object
- Style
- Advanced
Object section
The “Object” section regroup the following actions, some of which may vary depending on the object’s position in the design:
Replace: To replace an element by another matching the same outer/inner shapes.
Remove: To remove the element from the design.
Add Outside: To add an element with inner shape matching the outer shape of the selected element.
Add Inside: To add an element with outer shaper matching the inner shape of the selected element (not available for central pieces with no inner shape).
Move Outside: Swap the selected element with the one outside (as long as they both share the same outer shape).
Move Inside: Swap the selected element with the one inside (as long as they both share the same inner shape).
Duplicate: Duplicate the selected element on the inside (not available for central pieces with no inner shape).
Style Section
The style section is compose of 2 subsections:
- Outline
- Fill
Outline Tool
The Outline tool allows you to create a foundational sketch by outlining the shapes of your design, for painting, coloring or transferring purpose.
To change the outline of the design:
- Check/uncheck the box “Apply to all” accordingly
- Pick the color of the outline using the palette or the eyedropper
- Adjust the width of the line
Color Fill
The color fill allows you to fill the shape of the design.
To change the color of a single shape or the full design:
- Check/uncheck the box “Apply to all” accordingly
- Pick the color of the outline using the palette or the eyedropper
Advanced section
The advanced section is compose of one subsection:
- Position
Element Position
The tool automatically recalculates the position of each element based on the scale and the predefined boundaries of both outer and inner shapes (in the case of none central elements).
Note: Hence, it is advisable not to rely on the element’s position for making significant shifts within the document.
However, you can use this tool for minor corrections if the position of the selected element needs adjustment after resizing.
Adjust the up/down and right/left positions:
- Manually by drag the orange circle across the range input
- Numerically by using the numeric input (use up/down arrow of your keyboard for even better precision)