Splitting a shape

If you want to split (break) a line or shape: Either select an existing point handle on the line or outline of the shape, or create a new one where you want to break the line. Just click on the line in the Shape Tool (see above).

Click on the Break at points button, or press "B".

If you split a line, there is no visible change. However, if you move the point handle, then only part of the line moves. If you split a shape, it changes to being a line. Any fill disappears.

Note: "Slice shapes" (part of "Arrange" > "Combine shapes") also lets you split shapes into two separate shapes. This is described in "Shape handling".