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Question

Simple way to create a Helix (Spring) shape?

Forum|Forum|15 years ago
December 16, 2010
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I normally try to create shapes from primitives using the Pathfinder tool etc. but I can't think of a way to create a helix easily.

Has anyone found a way to do this?

Thanks

Richard

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JETalmage

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Do a search in this forum for "JET spiral" (without the quotes) and you'll find threads demonstrating a variety of approaches.

JET

tromboniator

Community Expert

Something like this?

Peter

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craftycurateAuthor

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That looks excellent, thanks! Will give it a whirl.

Richard

Steve Fairbairn

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If you need perspective to your helix you can make use of the 3D effects.

Start by mapping diagonal lines onto a transparent cylinder. You'll soon get the hang of it with a bit of experimenting.

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craftycurateAuthor

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OK thanks - I'll look into those.

Cheers

Richard

Jacob Bugge

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Fo my part you are welcome, Richard.

Jacob Bugge

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Richard,

Or here:

http://forums.adobe.com/message/1268444#1268444

Luke Jennings

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http://forums.adobe.com/message/1249809#1249809

or

http://forums.adobe.com/message/1250296#1250296

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