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2.3.2 Curved Lines

Curved Lines are created in the same manner as curved tracks.

(Section 2.3.2.1). Drag out the end point and then curve it.

(Section 2.3.2.3). Select the center and then an endpoint and drag out the curve.

(Section 2.3.2.2). Select the end and drag out the center.

(Section 2.3.2.4). Drag from one end of the curve to the other to form the chord of the curve.

(Section 2.3.2.5 Left-Drag out control point from one end of the curve and then Left-Drag out the second control point from the other end.

If MagneticSnap is enabled, the curve ends will snap to the nearest part of nearby Draw objects unless Alt is held. If it is disabled, snapping will only occure if Alt is held.

The precise values of Radius and Arc Length can be set using the text boxes on the bottom rail once the mouse button is released.

To adjust the curve, Left-Click and Left-Drag an end or a the radius. Hit Enter or Space to accept, Esc to reject.