Draw straight lines followed by curves

Last updated on Sep 11, 2025

Learn how to draw straight lines followed by curves with the Pen tool.

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Try it in the app
Use the Pen tool to draw lines and curves in a few simple steps.


Select the Pen tool and then select two locations to create corner points of a straight segment.

Position the Pen tool over the selected endpoint. When positioned correctly, a convert-point icon appears next to the Pen tool.

Select the anchor point and drag the direction line that appears to set the slope of the curved segment you want to create.

Select the new anchor point position and drag to complete the curve, if desired.