Draw an object to use as the new spine.
Last updated on
Sep 11, 2025
Learn how to adjust, replace, or reverse the spine to control the alignment and direction of steps in a blended object.
The spine is the path along which the steps in a blended object are aligned. By default, the spine forms a straight line.
Adjust the shape of spine
To adjust the shape of a spine, drag the anchor points and path segments on the spine with the Direct Selection tool.
Replace the spine with a different path
Select the spine object and the blended object.
Select Object > Blend > Replace Spine.
Reverse the order of a blend on its spine
Select the blended object.
Select Object > Blend > Reverse Spine.
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