How to convert an object into individual paths in Illustrator?

Question

In illustrator I have imported and traced an image as below:

I am now trying to split this object into its four base shapes so I can change the fill of the blue parts. I thought trace would convert the object into four paths but it does not.

Answer 1

After Tracing image first you have to expand that image. then you can ungroup object by right click. After that, you can able to edit the objects individually.

Answer 2

When you use Image Trace, the resulting vector objects are grouped by default by Illustrator. You can either

1. Ungroup them (right-click the objects, and then select "Ungroup"). After that, you should be able to edit the objects individually.

or

2. Double-click on one path to isolate and modify it. After the desired edits, you can exit isolation mode by pressing esc. The paths will remain grouped.