Auto simplify paths

Last updated on Sep 11, 2025

Learn how to simplify paths to reduce anchor points and smooth curves automatically.

Select the object with the Selection tool or a specific path segment with the Direct Selection tool.

Select Object > Path > Simplify.

Select Auto-Simplify to automatically remove unnecessary anchor points and smooth the path.

Illustration of a spiral path with the Auto-Simplify icon highlighted to reduce the anchor points.
Select Auto-Simplify to reduce anchor points and smooth the path.