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  How do I create a mask ?
  7 Dec 2021, 10:13 • ambros   7 Dec 2021, 10:53

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  7 Dec 2021, 10:53

  @Ingolf If the image object is inside a clipped group (as it happens when dragged in the layers panel), double click the group and the the image can be selected and moved around to show different clipped parts. Moving the shape will move the whole group (clipping shape + content).
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  Loading AI data from Illustrator EPS
  29 Nov 2021, 07:40 • ash-f   7 Dec 2021, 06:04

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  7 Dec 2021, 06:04

  @ash-f For now it will be with the preferences. I will think of a better way later.
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  How do I properly expand and merge text on a path?
  3 Dec 2021, 10:00 • Boldline   3 Dec 2021, 16:06

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  3 Dec 2021, 16:06

  @vectoradmin that workaround took care of it - thanks!
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  Options not visible in Windows 10
  28 Nov 2021, 12:47 • Mohamed Abdullah   3 Dec 2021, 02:55

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  I checked the Mac version. It doesn't have these issues
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  Should it take multiple delete commands to totally remove closed paths?
  2 Dec 2021, 01:58 • Boldline   2 Dec 2021, 06:46

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  2 Dec 2021, 06:46

  @Boldline It should be a single delete. I tried to replicate (composite shape, with multiple parts), but for me at least it deleted in a single step. Maybe it has to do with the shape. If there is a small example where it does not delete in a single step, please send it by email. Thanks!
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  Can't get trace to work logically
  25 Nov 2021, 12:51 • ambros   30 Nov 2021, 18:02

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  30 Nov 2021, 18:02

  Yes Of Course
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  Select object on canvas from layers - keyboard
  29 Nov 2021, 21:35 • Ingolf   30 Nov 2021, 11:11

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  30 Nov 2021, 11:11

  @William-Kansepa Hey, I searched for that shortcut and didn't find it, so it's useful for me, thanks!
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  [Object Export Panel] How to save custom formats preset for use in other documents.
  29 Nov 2021, 18:15 • encart   29 Nov 2021, 18:33

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  @encart After choosing one of the existing presets (say, PDF) you can change the export resolution from 120 to 300 dpi, go under the Text tab and check 'Vector Text' and do any other changes you consider. Then you can save it as a preset by clicking the 'Save as Preset' option from the 'Style' dropdown at the top (let's say, 'PDF for print 300dpi'). Afterwards the preset will be available in the same 'Style' menu at the top.
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  Modifier key to key one side cusp and still edit the curve on the other side?
  28 Nov 2021, 20:11 • Boldline   29 Nov 2021, 06:46

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  @Boldline Looks like the shortcut for this is not working. I open a bug on this one.
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  Help! Custom toolbox merged with context panel
  27 Nov 2021, 14:02 • Ingolf   27 Nov 2021, 15:09

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  @Ingolf Restoring the workspace to default may also help in some of these cases: VectorStyler -> Restore Workspace on Mac
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  Does the Font Manager in VS link to font files?
  26 Nov 2021, 18:23 • Boldline   26 Nov 2021, 20:10

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  @Boldline VS font manager can only link to the fonts. If you have some folder(s) with fonts, that are not installed, then in the font manager just use "Add Folder". This creates a font "group" that points to the content of the folder (and its sub folders). Adding / removing font files from the folder will automatically update the "font group" (it is a sort of "virtual" group linked to the folder content). It is always a good idea to have large collections of fonts organized in folders (and not add these to the OS). In VS these groups can also be accessed separately (improving the font scrolling time) by selecting the font group, or merged "virtually" by selecting the "All Fonts" group (clicking on the button next to the font name search field). Here is how I have for testing, "color", "variable" etc fonts in separate folders (even testing "windows" fonts on mac).
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  Insert new object in layer panel when drawing with pen tool - exactly where you are
  25 Nov 2021, 00:44 • Ingolf   26 Nov 2021, 07:39

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  @vectoradmin said in Insert new object in layer panel when drawing with pen tool - exactly where you are: @Ingolf said in Insert new object in layer panel when drawing with pen tool - exactly where you are: They could be added to the context panel, toolbox, or create a new toolbox for these. Using Customize Toolboxes . I managed to create my own toolbox - but I will create a new thread for these options I found to be broken or illogical or both on both macOS and Windows.
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  Can't edit control points of a shape.
  25 Nov 2021, 11:23 • ambros   25 Nov 2021, 11:33

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  ah OK. well that explains it..
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  Shortcut for pulling both handles on a non-symmetrical node
  24 Nov 2021, 21:19 • Ingolf   25 Nov 2021, 07:48

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  @vectoradmin said in Shortcut for pulling both handles on a non-symmetrical node: If I understood correctly, this would work on a Smooth node, by changing the other side proportionally (not symmetrically)? Correct
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  Help !! Major issue : Text not showing on print out
  24 Nov 2021, 17:42 • ambros   24 Nov 2021, 18:37

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  24 Nov 2021, 18:37

  Ah OK. I mean I have a workaround, so not too dismayed.
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  Can it be exported to eps10?
  23 Nov 2021, 19:11 • POKPAK101   24 Nov 2021, 15:36

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  @POKPAK101 It looks like the VS exported EPS header is marked as EPS 8 (thanks @b77 for pointing this out). I will open a bug on this one, I don't think it is a big issue.
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  Some advice for supporting Vectorstyler the hard(ware) way
  21 Nov 2021, 05:31 • STEVED   24 Nov 2021, 07:56

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  @vectoradmin: Thanks for the info! I'd love to get a high end mac but my x-wives have all my money. Don't know about a M1 but a M16 comes to mind thanks again, stephen
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  Option for exporting solid one-bit, bitmaps?
  22 Nov 2021, 23:02 • Boldline   24 Nov 2021, 05:48

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  @Boldline I open an issue on this one, to improve 1-bit export handling
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  How do I get material cut from one layer to paste on new layer?
  23 Nov 2021, 04:05 • Boldline   23 Nov 2021, 14:41

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  @Boldline Try turning them off. If there are no other cause for this issue, then it should work. The fix for the problems caused by these two options will be in the next build.
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  Stroke width control tool : how did I...
  22 Nov 2021, 08:59 • B-Vs-V   22 Nov 2021, 10:26

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  @vectoradmin Ok, thanks. Hope it is useful then since there is a bug.