How to Edit Rectangular Grid Tool in Illustrator?

You can edit the rectangular grid tool in Adobe Illustrator by accessing its options and adjusting the path using the selection tool.

Editing Rectangular Grid Tool Options

To customize your rectangular grid, follow these steps:

Double-Click the Tool: Locate the Rectangular Grid tool in the toolbar and double-click it. This will open the Rectangular Grid Tool Options dialog box.
Customize Grid Settings: In the options dialog box, you can modify several settings:
- Reference Point: Choose a point on the grid from which the grid will be drawn.
- Default Size: Set the width and height of the overall grid.
- Horizontal Dividers: Define the number of horizontal rows in the grid.
- Vertical Dividers: Define the number of vertical columns in the grid.

Once the grid is created, you may want to modify individual paths:

Select the Path: Use the Selection tool (V) to select a specific grid path or multiple paths.
Drag and Modify: With the path(s) selected, click and drag to resize or reposition the paths.
- You can also modify properties like stroke weight and color using the control panel, properties panel or toolbar options.

Precise Adjustments: Use the Properties panel or Transform panel for exact numeric input for size and position adjustments.
Grid Creation for Tables: The Rectangular Grid tool is useful for creating tables and structured layouts.
Complex Grids: For more intricate grids, consider combining multiple rectangular grids or using other tools like the Line Segment tool for advanced manipulation.

By following these steps, you can effectively edit and customize the Rectangular Grid tool in Illustrator.