: Merge circle with lines Let's say, I am trying to recreate a shape (the circle attached within the M shape) like the attached image. Is there any way to do this simply and perfect? They way

@Connie430

I've found that the most accurate way to accomplish this is to create the M and circle shapes separately, getting them as close to the same line weight as possible, then converting both to outlines/outlining strokes.

Center the circle shape with the M shape using the Align tool, and position the circle vertically to where you'd like it to be.

Once both shapes are in place and overlapping, open the Pathfinder window > click Divide. This will allow you to delete any unwanted pieces and be left with only the ones you want. Then you can always go back to Cai's suggestion for extending anchor points from there.

Once you're done with the shapes, you should do Pathfinder window > Merge.

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@Nimeshi706

A detailed explination of of creating more complex shapes can be found here. In this specific case though you can easily start with a circle and extend the paths with the pen tool.

Start with a circle:



Rotate 45 degrees and delete the top section:



Using the Pen Tool, extend the path from each open anchor point:



From there it's easy enough to complete the image using the pen tool.

Finished image:



Tip: Use a grid when working with shapes like this and hold SHIFT to constrain your angles when working with drawing tools.

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@Gail6891361

You can use the Pen tool to create the "M" shape, then select the anchor points like in the screenshot I attached and increase the corner radius to the maximum.

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