Resize objects or paths within Live Paint groups

Last updated on Sep 11, 2025

Learn how to resize or edit Live Paint groups with the Direct Selection tool.

Select the Direct Selection tool.

Illustrator artboard features a circular graphic composed of a colorful geometric pattern. The Direct Selection tool is selected in the tool panel among other tools, such as the Group Selection tool.”
Resize paths and objects in a Live Paint group with the Direct Selection tool.

Select the path or object you want to resize.

Select the Selection tool, and then select the path or object again to edit it.

Note

You can also use the Selection tool, double-click the Live Paint group to put it into isolation mode, and then select a path or object to edit it.