Bending And Reshaping Vector Objects; Pointer Meaning - MACROMEDIA FIREWORKS 8-USING FIREWORKS Use Manual

Bending and reshaping vector objects

The Freeform tool allows you to bend and reshape vector objects directly instead of
manipulating points. You can push or pull any part of a path, regardless of where the points
are located. Fireworks automatically adds, moves, or deletes points along the path as you
change the vector object's shape.
Specified length
Freeform tool pulling a path segment
Freeform tool pushing a path segment
As you move the pointer over a selected path, it changes to the push or pull pointer,
depending on its location relative to the selected path.

Pointer Meaning

The Freeform tool is in use.
The Freeform tool is in use, and the pull pointer is in position to pull the selected
path.
The Freeform tool is in use, and the pull pointer is pulling the selected path.
The Freeform tool is in use, and the push pointer is active.
The Reshape Area tool is in use, and the reshape area pointer is active. The area
from the inner circle to the outer circle represents reduced strength.
Editing paths 133