To make the editing process even more important, straight segments can quickly be converted to curves or vice versa. Plus, the conditions of points can be interchanged between corner, smooth, and symmetrical states. Common commands for this type of editing can be found in a number of places. The palette itself has been organized into two distinct areas. Figure E The Measurements palette provides quick access to nearly all properties associated with points and segments.
Positive values rotate the path counterclockwise, while negative values rotate the path clockwise.
The right half of the palette is dedicated to points. The boxes labeled with angle symbols represent the angle of the curve handles. The left angle box controls the curve handle affecting the preceding segment, while the right angle box controls the curve handle for the segment to follow. Changing the curve handle positions changes the shape of curve segments. Between these path and point options are five buttons that enable you to change the condition of points or segments.