# Create a wedge object

Use the wedge tool to draw wedges. The wedge shape is a segment of an ellipse's perimeter. To create a wedge, draw an ellipse or circle and then edit it to form a wedge.

## To create a wedge object

1. In the Graphics Display editor, from the Objects menu, select Drawing > Wedge.
2. Press the Mouse button and drag the mouse diagonally to draw an ellipse the size you want.

   When you release the mouse button, a set of handles appears so you can reshape the ellipse.

   Tip: | Press Ctrl as you drag the mouse to base the wedge on a circle.

3. Grab a handle and drag the mouse to change the size of the wedge.

   To grab a handle, point the mouse cursor at it and when the arrow changes to a crosshair cursor, click the Left mouse button.

4. Double-click the wedge to open its Properties dialog box.
5. In the Properties dialog box, specify how you want the wedge to look.

## See also

Drawing objects

Set up general properties for a wedge object

Options on the General tab of the Wedge Properties dialog box

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