Using Existing Brush Styles
You can use existing hatch pattern type brush styles as the basis for your new pattern.
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NOTE: In the "By symbol" mode the selected style will be copied as a new style. After that you can transform it. In the "By sample" mode a sample of the selected style will be used as a base for the new pattern. Later it can be used by user any number of times.
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Accumulating Patterns
When this mode is active, each newly selected symbol or sample, and each selected existing pattern will be added to the pattern you are creating.
To accumulate patterns:
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- In the local menu or Inspector bar choose "Accumulate patterns" to toggle off pattern accumulation.
Transforming Patterns
In transform mode you can transform the current pattern. Use the blue control points or the fields in the Inspector bar to transform the pattern.
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