Shape Hierarchy

The following table lists the classes derived from System.Windows.Shapes.Shape .

Derived Classes

Class	Description
System.Windows.Shapes.Ellipse	Draws an ellipse. This class cannot be inherited.
System.Windows.Shapes.Line	Draws a straight line between two points. This class cannot be inherited.
System.Windows.Shapes.Path	Draws a series of connected lines and curves. This class cannot be inherited.
System.Windows.Shapes.Polygon	Draws a polygon, which is a connected series of lines that form a closed shape. This class cannot be inherited.
System.Windows.Shapes.Polyline	Draws a series of connected straight lines. This class cannot be inherited.
System.Windows.Shapes.Rectangle	Draws a rectangle. This class cannot be inherited.