Convert a shape to a path

To convert a shape to a path

  1. In the Tools panel, click Selection Cc295055.2ff91340-477e-4efa-a0f7-af20851e4daa(en-us,Expression.40).png, and then select the shape that you want to convert into a path.

  2. On the Object menu, point to Path, and then click Convert to Path.

    Note

    You cannot convert a Callout shape to a path.

    Note

    You will not be able to modify properties that are specific to a shape (such as the corner radius of a rectangle) after converting the shape to a path. Also, if a style was applied to the shape before conversion, the properties of the converted path will be reset to the defaults for a path (no fill brush, and a black stroke).

See also

Tasks

Convert text to a path

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