You can create a shape by copying it from another object. This command is useful for copying the shape of different types of objects.

Creates a shape from the geometry of the object copied to the clipboard. The objects that export their shape to the clipboard are as follows: Line, Curve, Arc, Circle, Ellipse, Rectangle, Shape, Courtyard, Board, Copper, Cutout, Keepout, Deletion.

To create a shape

Perform the following operations:

  1. Select the object from which to copy the shape.

  2. Copy the geometry of the object to the clipboard. Choose the Edit » Copy command or click the button in the toolbar.

  3. Create the shape object by reading the geometry from the clipboard. Choose the Graphics » Shape » Paste Shape command or click the button in the toolbar.
    The shape is created with the current pen style and is filled with the current fill style.

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