Cut shapes using the Knife tool

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Last updated on Jul 17, 2024

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The Knife tool lets you cut shapes into multiple shapes with closed paths.

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Use the Knife tool to cut shapes in a few simple steps.

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An image is cut into two pieces using the knife tool

Select the Knife tool.
Drag through shapes to cut them into multiple shapes with closed paths, or press and hold Alt (Windows) or Option (macOS) as you drag to cut in a straight line.

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