Refine path segments with the Smooth slider

Last updated on Sep 11, 2025

Learn how to refine path segments using the Smooth slider or the Auto-Smooth feature.

Select the path using the Selection tool.

Select Object > Path > Smooth.

Adjust the slider to Minimum smoothing or Maximum smoothing. To smooth out the path automatically, select the Auto-Smooth icon.

A. Minimum smoothing B. Maximum smoothing C. Auto-smooth

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