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Definition:
Handles in graphics software are special points placed around an active object
that are used to manipulate the object when clicked and dragged with the mouse
or other pointing device. They usually appear in the corners and each of the four
sides surrounding an object for a total of eight handles. Handles are most often
used to resize, stretch and transform an object. Sometines center handles are
also provided for moving or rotating an object.
Related Terms
• Path
• Control Handles
• Vector
• Marquee
Handles in CorelDRAW.
Handles in Jasc Paint Shop Pro. The thin rectangle surrounding the object is
called a bounding box.
Handles in Ulead PhotoImpact.
Handles in Adobe Photoshop.
The Language of Curves
Whether working with curves and paths and vector-based shapes in painting or drawing software, it is helpful to understand some of the terminology used for this type of computer drawing.
