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OCR: Creating smooth path transiti To create a smooth connection between straight and curved path segments you place connector points at transitional spots on You can then adiust the shape of the path by dragging the handles connector point To place a connector point, select the connector tool, position the crossbar, and click the mouse button. Typically you place connector point after placing corner point and before placing curve point. When you first place a connector point with the connector tool, bo handles are retracted. If you then place a curve point the first connector point handle extends automatically to create smooth transition between the straight and curved path segments The first handle aligns with the connector point and the point preceding you can only move the handle by draggin ...