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Unit Summary

In this unit pupils will design graphics using vector graphic editing software. They will apply their skills by creating an illustration, a logo, and icons. Pupils will recognise that objects and be grouped and combined to create new elements and that vector drawings are made up of paths.

Lesson Summary

You will learn to edit the paths of vector shapes to create unique shapes.

Key Notes

• A path is a line that goes from one point to another; it can be straight or curved.
• Nodes mark the start, end, or a change in direction of a path.
• You can convert a basic shape into a path so you can edit it more closely.
• Editing paths gives you more control and flexibility than using basic shapes alone.

Vocabulary To Learn

• path: a line that goes from one point to another and can be straight or curved
• nodes: points that mark the start, end, or a change in direction of a path
• freehand: drawn freely without the use of any tools

Common Mistakes To Avoid

• Changing a shape's path doesn't change how it behaves — it's still just a shape.

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

More Lessons In This Unit

• Comparing bitmap and vector graphics Study Guide
• Developing a vector product Study Guide
• Using vector tools to draw and modify shapes Study Guide
• Vector markup Study Guide
• Working with multiple objects Study Guide