Drawing Straight Lines

[l02turner]

I have tried every combination of keys attempting to draw straight lines, all without success.  What should I be doing?

Thanks - 

LarryT

Edited August 13, 2019 by l02turner
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[toe_head2001]

You can use the Shift key when using the Line/Curve tool.

[BoltBait]

How to use the line tool to draw a straight line:

 

 

To constrain to a certain regular angle, use the shift key while drawing your line.

[IHaveNoName]

I've always thought it easier (only one hand required) just to use the mouse with the Line/Curve tool - left click to start the line and hold it down whilst moving the mouse pointer anywhere on the screen to extend or angle/rotate the line as required. Release left to end the line.

 

For perfectly horizontal or vertical lines I favour using the Shapes (Square) default outline option instead. Change the line width to 1 pixel and just overlap the sides of the rectangle to create a single line. Alternatively use the Line/Curve tool - left click, hold as before and use the keyboard directional keys to draw the line up/down or across the screen.