Cut holes out of closed vector paths

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2022-12-25 12:25:03

Hi there,

does anyone know how to cut holes out of closed vector paths? I'm new to the vector tools and have already watched your (very well made) tutorials about those, but couldn't find the answer yet. I tried to use a clipping mask, but that didn't work.

Thanks for your help, and merry christmas!🎄
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2023-01-02 12:40:41

Place all holes shapes above the large enclosing shape in the Layers panel, select all and go Format->Shape->Subtract Shapes and you´ll get you piece of Swiss cheese. The parts will remain editable - if you want it as a single Compound Path go Format->Shape->Merge Shape Components.

Happy New Year! :party_face:
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2023-01-02 16:31:54

by EllenM Place all holes shapes above the large enclosing shape in the Layers panel, select all and go Format->Shape->Subtract Shapes and you´ll get you piece of Swiss cheese. The parts will remain editable - if you want it as a single Compound Path go Format->Shape->Merge Shape Components.

Happy New Year! :party_face:
Thanks, that worked!
Happy new year 🎉 🥳