===== Join/Split Shapes =====

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> Allow users to join two different shapes; or split one shape into two pieces.

==== Join shapes ====

>   - Select two segments need to join together;
>   - Select {{en:pattern:tool:tool_image122_1.png|tool_image122_1}} tool;
>   - Click the fixed point of the first shape and the one of second shape (hold down **Shift** key to save the style line)

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==== Split a shape ====

>   - Select the style line and all the segments that are on on side of the shape need to be split (must be a closed contour);
>   - Select {{en:pattern:tool:tool_image122_1.png|tool_image122_1}} tool;
>   - Click on the style line.

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==== Split the pattern piece with seam allowance ====

> **New in V7.0**

> Allow users to split the pattern piece with seam allowance.

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