Changing the number of steps in a contour

Contours are initially created with five intermediate steps. You can increase the number of steps to make each less obvious. Alternatively you can reduce the number of steps so you can clearly see each step. You can either enter the number of intermediate steps or enter the distance between steps.

To change the number of steps in a contour

1. Select the contoured object (see Selecting objects). (See Note.)

2. Choose the Contour Tool.

3. Select either Distance or Number of steps.

4. Type the required value into the Steps field on the Contour Tool Infobar and press RETURN.

Tip

To create irregular spacing between the Contour steps see Changing the contour position profile.

If you have several contoured objects selected, any changes apply to all the contours.

Notes on distance:

If required, Xara LX rounds the distance to give a whole number of steps.

The distance between steps varies if you use a non-linear Position Profile. The value shown is the average distance.

Note:

You can also use the Contour Tool to select objects - more details.

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Related Topics

Contours

Contour Tool