Gerber OMEGA CP, Reference Manual

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Chapter 41:
Adding Shadows
The OMEGA Shadow option allows you to add a three-dimensional appearance to selected text
and shapes by applying three types of shadows:
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Shade adds depth to shapes to make them appear three-dimensional.
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Drop places a duplicate of the original shape on a flat surface behind the original,
creating the illusion that the design is raised from the surface.
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Cast slants a shadow on the ground in front of, or behind, the original shape.
Use the Shadow dialog box to create a shadow and specify its characteristics (including type,
location, size and output option).
To create a shadow
1
Click Tools > Shadow to open the Shadow dialog box.
Tip: You can access the Shadow command from the Tools menu, Tools toolbar or by selecting
an object and right-clicking to display the context menu.
2
Choose either Shade, Drop, or Cast.
3
For a Shade or Drop shadow enter the Depth and Angle or enter the offsets in the X
and Y direction.
For a Cast shadow, enter the Height and Slant.
4
Select Composite, Partial or Both.
5
Click Continue. The result appears in the working area.