Contents
In Illustrator, you can select objects that lie underneath other objects using Ctrl+click (Windows) or Command+click (macOS). The pointer changes to Select Behind on the first Ctrl+click (Windows) or Command+click (macOS).
How do I separate part of an image in Illustrator?
Tools for cutting and dividing objects
- Click and hold the Eraser ( ) tool to see and choose the Scissors ( ) tool.
- Click the path where you want to split it. …
- Select the anchor point or the path cut in the previous step using the Direct Selection ( ) tool to modify the object.
How do I cut one object out of another in Illustrator?
Select both shapes using the “Selection Tool”. With both shapes selected, go to the “Pathfinder Tool” (displayed below in red). Select the “Minus Front” selection (displayed below in green). Your bottom shape should now have a cutout of the top shape.
