Drawing 45-Degree Lines in Paintbrush (60312)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows 3.0
  • Microsoft Windows 3.0a
  • Microsoft Windows 3.1
  • Microsoft Windows 3.11
This article was previously published under Q60312

SUMMARY

To draw a line in Paintbrush that snaps to 45-degree increments, do the following:
  1. Select the Line tool.
  2. Hold down the SHIFT key and the left mouse button.
  3. Move the mouse cursor in a circular motion around the starting point.

MORE INFORMATION

For example, imagine your drawing placed over a clock face. You can only draw lines between:
  • 12 and 6
  • 1.5 and 7.5
  • 3 and 9
  • 4.5 and 10.5
This technique also works with other drawing tools.
Modification Type:MinorLast Reviewed:7/7/2005
Keywords:KB60312
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