How to Smooth and Refine Paths in Illustrator
Learn how to easily smooth rough or bumpy paths in Illustrator using the Smooth tool and other options by reducing unneeded points.
In this Illustrator how-to video, Kat Kremser shows you how to easily smooth rough or bumpy paths. You can use the built-in Auto-Smooth option or a combination of the Smooth slider and the Smooth tool to reduce unneeded points and create smooth, flowing curves.
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This article was last modified on August 29, 2025
This article was first published on January 31, 2025
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