Figurine: Spline Tool

# Figurine 1.0 Manual

## Spline Tool

Splines are simply free-form curves described with a set of control points. Drawing of a spline curve is by placement of these points. Each point has an associated "shape factor" which determines the approach of the curve to the point. A shape factor of -1 means the curve passes through the point (interpolation). A factor of 0 means an angular line, just like an ordinary polyline. A factor of 1 means an approximated line, where the curve approaches the point but doesn't reach it.
You can set either open or closed spline using the spline dialog. A closed spline can be filled, but is not exportable to all formats using View->Export.
You can attach to an object by holding down <Shift>.

The control points can be edited using the point editing mode. Drag a handle to move the control point. Hold down <Control> and drag on a handle to alter the shape factor of that control point.

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