Shape Tool
Add a shape to an image. Set the Fill color to Transparent to make it a frame.
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Add a shape to an image. Set the Fill color to Transparent to make it a frame.
Note: To add a shape with text, use the Callout Tool.
Note: Snagit tools are only available for image captures. Share your video to TechSmith Camtasia to enhance it with annotations and effects.
Click and drag to move the shape.
Click and drag a white handle to resize the shape.
Click and drag a green handle to rotate the shape.
Edit the properties to customize the tool.
Tip: Save your customizations as a Quick Style for future use. See Quickly Access Favorite Styles and Tools.
Fill/Outline
Click the dropdown and select one of the following to set the fill color:
Tip: To create a frame or an empty shape with no fill, select Transparent as the Fill color.
Shape
Click the dropdown to select the shape style.
Shadow
Click to select a shadow direction. To turn off the shadow, click to deselect the shadow direction.
Advanced Shadow Properties
Click the dropdown arrow to access additional Shadow properties:
Thickness
Drag the slider or enter a value in pixels to adjust the width of the shape outline.
Opacity
Drag the slider to adjust the transparency level.