# Reshaping a Curve

One way to create a unique shape is to reshape the contours of a predawn shape. This technique can also be used to readjust the curves of a custom shape.

To reshape a curve:
- Make the shape editable. To learn how, see Editing Shapes.

  Red points appear on the shape, indicating that you can reshape the curves at these points.

- Click a red point on the curve you want to reshape. Handles appear on both sides of the red point.
- To adjust the curvature, drag the red point or one of its handles.

  Move control handles clockwise or counter-clockwise. Different effects result when you move the handles together or independently of each other.

  To move the handles together, hold down the [Option](Mac) or [Alt](Win) key, and then drag either handle.

  To move only one handle, hold down the [Command](Mac) or [Ctrl](Win) key while dragging the handle.

- For more precise control of the contour, add more editing points by holding down the [Option](Mac) or [Alt](Win) key while you hold the pointer along the shape's boder. When the pointer takes the shape of a pen tip with a plus (+) sign, click where you want to add a new editing point. For more information, see Adding, Deleting, and Moving the Editing Points on a Shape.