# Create a freehand object

Use the freehand tool to draw shapes as you would with a pen on paper.

## To create a freehand object

1. In the Graphics Display editor, select Objects > Drawing > Freehand 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.
3. Double-click the object to open its Properties dialog box.
4. In the Properties dialog box, specify how you want the object to look.
5. Click OK.

## See also

Drawing objects

Set up general properties for a freehand object

Options on the General tab of the Freehand Properties dialog box

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