Create a rectangle or square object

Use the rectangle tool to draw rectangles and squares.

Tip:

Squares and rectangles are specialized polygons, so the Properties dialog boxes are the same as for the polygon object.

To create a rectangle or square object

  1. In the Graphics Display editor, select Object > Drawing > Rectangle or click RectangleTool on the toolbar.
  2. Press the mouse button, drag the mouse diagonally to draw the object to the desired size, and release the button.

    Tip:

    Press Ctrl as you drag the mouse to draw a square.

  3. Double-click the object to open its Properties dialog box.
  4. In the Properties dialog box, specify how you want the rectangle to look.
  5. Click OK.

See also

Drawing objects

Set up general properties for a rectangle or square object

Options on the General tab of the Rectangle Properties dialog box

Keywords: rectangle, square