# Create a rectangle or square object

Use the rectangle tool to draw rectangles and squares.

Tip: | Squares and rectangles are specialized polygons, so the Properties dialog boxes are the same as for the polygon object.

## To create a rectangle or square object

1. In the Graphics Display editor, select Object > Drawing > Rectangle or click on the toolbar.
2. Press the mouse button, drag the mouse diagonally to draw the object to the desired size, and release the button.

   Tip: | Press Ctrl as you drag the mouse to draw a square.

3. Double-click the object to open its Properties dialog box.
4. In the Properties dialog box, specify how you want the rectangle to look.
5. Click OK.

## See also

Drawing objects

Set up general properties for a rectangle or square object

Options on the General tab of the Rectangle Properties dialog box

Keywords: rectangle, square