: How do I subtract the inner path from the outer circle in Adobe Illustrator? Imagine if you took the following shape... ...and flipped it on its side in a three-dimensional space. I'm trying

@Yeniel278

One other approach is to use the Shapebuilder tool, rather than Pathfinder. Shapebuilder lets you work more visually with your art.

Here's a link to a quick screencap movie on how to use it: www.dropbox.com/s/8fu3lrd744civk0/ShapebuilderToolAI.mov?dl=0
You can also color art with Shapebuilder. Here are a couple of addtional resources on how to use it, from simple: adobe.ly/1U0oh4I to more complex: adobe.ly/1U0olkR

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@Lee3735518

1) You can also do this using Knockout. This is a non destructive method.


Make the parts you want cutout white.
Then group objects (CTRL/CMD + G).
In the Transparency Panel click on Knockout Group.
Select the white objects with the Direct Select Tool (A), go to the Appearance
Panel and set the Fill to 0




2) You can also use Minus Front if you have the objects above the circle. Use a rectangle instead of the 2 single paths.





3) If you do use paths instead of a rectangle, you can use the Trim function in Pathfinder and then delete that area.



In the gif above I use the Trim function, then ungroup, lock the black object and delete the rest.



Tip: Note sure if you already do this but it is easier to create the effect before you change the perspective of the shape.

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