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I have 3 objects that are 3 stars, I have them placed in a straight line.
I would like to know if there is a way to place them making an arc (like the paramount logo style). And if in this process the stars will rotate over themselves or can stay straight up.
I'm asking this question specifically for a selection of more than one object.
Many options exist.
If the arc has only 3 members, just lay the starts out in a straight line and move the middle one up. (3 points will always form an arc, as well as a triangle)
Another straight forward one is to draw an circle split it into a arc then snap the centers on of your star on that arcs points (you do have points napping enabled right)
Then there is the (almost universally forgotten by beginners) rotate tool and transform again (ctrl+d). Just move the rotate pivot.
Use a scatter brush of a star, on a manually drawn arc. (this has the benefit of being able to change number of stars later)
Instead of a scatter brush use a art brush.
Draw a star, and a invisible box. Then use the transfom effect on the corner of the group to rotate copies. (this has the benefit of being able to change number of stars later)
Write a script
Manually write the strar formation postscript inside a EPS file then link the EPS. (this has the benefit of being able to change number of stars later)
Do you need more? I'm sure i can come up with a few more if i put my head to it.
