Polygon Tool
Draw multi-sided polygons with any number of sides from triangles to dodecagons.
Shapes
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Polygon Tool
Adobe IllustratorKeyboard Shortcut
N/A
Toolbar Location
Illustrator toolbar
Best Used For
- ▸Refer to the tutorial content for specific use cases
- ▸Practice with sample projects to build experience
- ▸Combine with other tools for advanced workflows
Beginner-Friendly⏱ 15–30 minutes to master
Key Settings
Set sides:Draw:Adjust sides:Rotate:
The Polygon Tool creates regular polygons with any number of sides. It is perfect for creating geometric designs, badges, and multi-sided shapes.
Where to Find It
Nested under the Rectangle Tool in the toolbar.
How to Use
- Set sides: Click once on the canvas to set the number of sides.
- Draw: Click and drag to create a polygon.
- Adjust sides: Use the up/down arrow keys while dragging to change side count.
- Rotate: Hold Shift to constrain rotation while drawing.
Pro Tips
- Set 3 sides for triangles, 6 for hexagons, 8 for octagons.
- Use with the Rotate Tool to create complex geometric patterns.