Hatch

Set the properties of a hatching pattern, or save a new hatching pattern.

To access this command...

Choose Format - Text Box and Shape - Object - Object and Shape - Area - Hatch tab.

Choose Format - Page Style - Area Choose Page - Properties - Background Choose Slide - Properties - Background - Hatch tab.

Hatch

Lists the available hatching patterns. You can also modify or create your own hatching pattern.

To rename a hatching pattern, select the pattern, right-click and choose Rename. To delete a hatching pattern, select the pattern, right-click and choose Delete.

Add

Adds a custom hatching pattern to the current list. Specify the properties of your hatching pattern, and then click this button.

Modify

Applies the current hatching properties to the selected hatching pattern. If you want, you can save the pattern under a different name.

Options

Define or modify a hatching pattern.

Spacing

Enter the amount of space that you want to have between the hatch lines.

Angle

Enter the rotation angle for the hatch lines, or click a position in the angle grid.

Line type

Select the type of hatch lines that you want to use.

Line colour

Select the colour of the hatch lines.

Background Colour

To apply a background colour, select the Background colour box, then select a colour.

Preview

Displays a preview of the current selection.