Eraser tool will not resize

[responsible_doer5D1A]

I have tried adjusting it in the tool options dialogue box, double clicking the tool, and using the brackets. The numbers say the size is adjusted, but when I use it, it is still way too large. I have been previously using this tool in the same AI file I am currently working in. I have even reset the tool and it is still not resizing. Help!

[Jeff Witchel, ACI]

Have you tried Resetting Preferences?

How to set preferences in Illustrator

[responsible_doer5D1A]

Yes, did not work.

[Jeff Witchel, ACI]

Before doing anything drastic, have you tried restarting your computer?

[responsible_doer5D1A]

I also noticed that when I go outline mode, my eraser path shows two lines instead of one...

[responsible_doer5D1A]

Yes, no change

[responsible_doer5D1A · Accepted solution]

I just fixed it. It had something to do with the specific shape I was trying to erase. Once I deleted the shape and remade it in the same spot. the eraser worked fine.

[responsible_doer5D1A]

Because my original shape had a stroke of 10, the eraser would only erase in 10--even if the shape was not selected.