Web Design » Illustrator » Can you erase part of a shape in Illustrator?

Can you erase part of a shape in Illustrator?

Last updated on March 1, 2023 @ 8:31 am

Illustrator is a great tool for creating shapes and illustrations. One of the features that make Illustrator so versatile is the ability to erase parts of a shape.

In this article, we will explore how to erase part of a shape in Illustrator.

PRO TIP: There is only one way to erase part of a shape in Adobe Illustrator and that is to use the Eraser Tool. Once a shape is drawn, the only way to remove part of it is to use the Eraser tool or delete the anchor points that make up the unwanted portion of the shape.

To erase part of a shape in Illustrator, first, create the shape that you want to erase using the shape tools available in the left toolbar.

Next, select the object that you want to erase. You can also use the Layers window for this.

Finally, select the Eraser tool (Shift+E), then click and drag on the part(s) of the shape that you want to erase.

And that’s it! Erasing a part of a shape in Illustrator and quick and easy using the Eraser Tool.


Drew Clemente

Drew Clemente

Devops & Sysadmin engineer. I basically build infrastructure online.