How to Trim Shapes and Lines in Microsoft Visio

How to Trim Shapes and Lines in Microsoft Visio

Drawing a masterpiece in Microsoft Visio includes correcting details and adjusting shapes. These helpful steps will guide you on how to trim shapes and lines:

• Step 1: Open Microsoft Visio

  

  Open Microsoft Visio and create a new drawing. You can choose to make a drawing from scratch or you can choose to use a template. However, in Visio templates, editing some shapes may not be available because they are locked in that position.

• Step 2: Add the Developer Tab to Ribbon

  The Developer tab is where the option to trim can be found. However, this tab is not placed by default on the ribbon. To add, go to File, click Options, then click Customize Ribbon. A Visio Options screen will then appear and under the Main Tabs, tick the box beside Developer.

• Step 3: Start Drawing

  When you can see the Developer tab on the row of ribbons, you can now start drawing. You can either customize shapes or choose from the selection of shapes and lines suggested by Visio based on the template you will choose. Simply grab all the stencils you need to complete your project, drop them on the page, and arrange them accordingly.

• Step 4: Trim Shapes and Lines

  

  To trim, first, click Select in the Editing group and then click Select All but if you want a quicker way, just click on the drawing you’re working on and press CTRL+A. Next, click the Developer tab and look for Operations in the Shape design group then click Trim. Afterward, right-click the shape or line you want to trim and then click cut; repeat the last process until the desired drawing is achieved.