Oval Tool

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Oval Tool


 

Editor-Icon Oval Tool

 


 

Click Oval Tool to add interactive ovals to documents:

 

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Figure 1. Tools Tab Submenu. Oval Tool

 

When the Oval Tool is selected, click and drag the pointer to define oval borders:

 

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Figure 2. Oval Tool Example

 

The upper oval has just been placed, which means editing options are enabled:

 

Click and drag the control points to resize ovals.

Click and drag ovals to reposition them. The circle at the center can also be used for this purpose.

Click and drag the green control point at the top to rotate ovals. Hold down Shift to rotate at increments of fifteen degrees.

Use the arrow keys to reposition ovals.

Use the editing aids detailed here to assist in the precise placement of ovals.

Hold down Ctrl to create ovals from their center.

Right-click ovals for further options. See here for an explanation of these options.

When the Oval Tool is selected, the following options are enabled in the Properties Toolbar:

Fill Color determines the fill color of ovals.

Stroke Color determines the color of oval borders.

Border Style determines the style of oval borders.

Border Width determines the width of oval borders.

Opacity determines the level of transparency in ovals.

Blend Mode determines the manner in which ovals blend with underlying content. These options are explained here.

Keep Selected determines whether or not the Oval Tool remains selected after an oval has been created. If this option is enabled then the tool will remain selected and can be used to create several ovals consecutively. If this option is not enabled then PDF-XChange Editor will revert to the designated default tool immediately after creating an oval.

Exclusive Mode simplifies the process of using the Oval Tool. When Exclusive Mode is enabled, the pointer ignores all interactive elements of documents other than base content. This makes it possible to create ovals on areas that overlap with other content without the risk of accidentally selecting undesired items. When Exclusive Mode is disabled, the pointer recognizes and interacts with all underlying elements in the standard manner.

Click Properties to view/edit the Oval Tool Properties pane. See here for information on tool properties.

The Commenting section of the Preferences dialog box can be used to view/edit preferences for comments.

The Comment Styles Palette can be used to save customized oval styles for subsequent use. Right-click the Oval icon in the Commenting Toolbar to view existing styles and/or access the Comment Styles Palette.