You can mirror a shape in Illustrator using the Reflect Tool. This tool allows you to create a mirrored copy of your selected object along a specified axis.
Steps to Mirror a Shape in Illustrator:
- Select the shape you want to mirror. You can select multiple shapes if you need to mirror them together.
- Go to the Tools panel and select the Reflect Tool. It's represented by a symbol that looks like a mirrored "R".
- Click and drag the Reflect Tool across the artboard. This will create a preview of the mirrored shape.
- Choose an axis of reflection:
- Vertical: Click and drag the tool vertically.
- Horizontal: Click and drag the tool horizontally.
- Adjust the preview's position if needed. You can move the preview by dragging it with your mouse.
- Click to confirm the reflection. This will create a mirrored copy of the selected shape.
Additional Tips:
- You can also mirror a shape by using the Transform panel. Open the panel by going to Window > Transform.
- To reflect a shape along a specific axis, use the Reflect Tool and click on the artboard where you want the reflection to occur. Then, click and drag the tool along the desired axis.
- You can also use the Reflect Tool to mirror text.
Example:
Imagine you have a simple star shape on your artboard. You want to create a symmetrical design by mirroring the star across a vertical axis. You can use the Reflect Tool to create a mirrored copy of the star, which will then be positioned on the opposite side of the original star.
