Setting Preferences
Setting Preferences
The Configuration Center provides a central place for you to set preferences for a range of Canvas X Draw options, including general application settings, text, printing, measurement, and image/multimedia tool settings.
To Open the Configuration Center:
Choose File | Configuration Center.
Configuration Center
The various application and document settings are organized in the left pane of the Configuration Center dialog box.
View Controls
When the Configuration Center is open, you can change the display by using the View controls located in the upper left corner:
| Categorized | The settings managers are grouped according to use. Five major groups appear in the list; i.e., General, Text, Printing, etc. Open a group to see its settings options. |
| Alphabetical | All the settings options are listed in alphabetical order in the left pane. Click on an option to see its related manager. |
| Hide all groups | Click this icon to collapse the left pane. |
| Show all groups | If you have collapsed the left pane so you can only see the selected settings managers, click this icon to see the entire dialog box. |
To Change a Preference:
When turning on an option, you may also have to enter a value or choose a menu option. Remember that an option is on when its checkbox is selected. An option is off when its checkbox is deselected.
- Open the Configuration Center.
- Open a category in the left pane and then click on a settings option, like Display Options. The related settings manager appears in the right pane.
- Make any adjustments in the settings manager.
- To implement the current settings, click OK.
To Save the Settings as Default:
Select the Save as default checkbox in the top right corner of the Configuration Center.
Hotkeys
Remember that you must be in Vector Edit mode to use the hotkeys.
Use these single-letter hotkeys when editing a vector object:
Hotkey | Action |
V | Selection Arrow |
A | Direct Edit Selection Arrow |
Y | Lasso Selection |
W | Direct Edit Lasso Selection |
B | Bézier Tool |
T | Text Tool |
O | Oval Tool |
P | Polygon Tool |
M | Smooth Polygon Tool |
R | Rectangle Tool |
F | Freehand Tool |
E | Reshape Tool |
L | Line Tool |
S | Push Tool |
I | Dropper Tool |
C | Scissor Tool |
K | Knife Tool |
‘ (accent grave) | Set Default Stroke (or) Fill |
D | Assign Default Stroke (or) Fill |
X | Swap Fill/Stroke |
Remember that you must be in Image Edit mode to use the hotkeys.
You can identify whether you are in Image Edit mode by the Status bar or the following icon in the Properties bar: 
Use the following single-letter hotkeys when editing images:
Hotkey | Tool/Action |
W | Wand Tool |
M | Marque Tool |
L | Image Lasso Tool |
V | Remote Move Tool |
P | Pencil Tool |
E | Eraser Tool |
H | Marker Tool |
B | Paintbrush Tool |
A | Airbrush Tool |
K | Bucket Tool |
G | Blend Tool |
F | Blur Tool |
Q | Sharpen Tool |
S | Rubber Stamp Tool |
N | Smudge Tool |
O | Dodge Tool |
B | Burn Tool |
D | Sponge Tool |
R | Red Eye Reduction Tool |
X | Swap Fill / Stroke |
‘ (accent grave) or C | Set Default Stroke / Fill |
Ctrl 0 - 9 | Switch Channels |
Recent Articles
Privacy at a Glance: Vector GFX Data Handling
Privacy at a Glance: Vector GFX Data Handling Feature Standard License Air-Gapped License Who can see your files? Only You. Vector GFX has zero access to your drawings or IP. Only You. Vector GFX has zero access to your drawings or IP. What user info ...Vector GFX Support Policy Summary
Vector GFX Support Policy Summary: Stay Current! To ensure you are running the most secure, stable, and feature-rich version of Vector GFX, we maintain a clear N-1 Support Model. This means we focus our resources on supporting the latest technology, ...Security and Trust: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ): Security & Trust 1. CMMC & Government Compliance Does Vector GFX comply with CMMC 2.0 requirements? Yes. Vector GFX aligns its internal operations and secure development lifecycle with NIST SP 800-171, the foundation ...Security and Trust: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ): Security & Trust 1. CMMC & Government Compliance Does Vector GFX comply with CMMC 2.0 requirements? Yes. Vector GFX aligns its internal operations and secure development lifecycle with NIST SP 800-171, the foundation ...Vector GFX Customer Trust & Security Policy
Vector GFX Customer Trust & Security Policy Last Updated: February 20, 2026 Overview At Vector GFX, we understand that our technical illustration software—including canvasxdraw—is a mission-critical tool for your engineering and design workflows. ...
Related Articles
Setting Preferences
Setting Preferences The Preferences dialog box provides a central place for you to set options for a range of Canvas X Draw options, including general application settings, text, printing, measurement, and image/multimedia tool settings. To Open the ...Setting Preferences
Setting Preferences The Preferences dialog box provides a central place for you to set options for a range of Canvas X Draw options, including general application settings, text, printing, measurement, and image/multimedia tool settings. To Open the ...Setting Preferences
Setting Preferences The Configuration Center provides a central place for you to set preferences for a range of Canvas X Draw options, including general application settings, text, printing, measurement, and image/multimedia tool settings. To Open ...Setting Up Rulers
Setting Up Rulers You can set up rulers for a document using various units of measure and display the rulers at the top and left of the document window. Rulers help you track the pointer’s movement and let you create alignment guides in the layout ...Setting Up Rulers
Setting Up Rulers You can set up rulers for a document using various units of measure and display the rulers at the top and left of the document window. Rulers help you track the pointer’s movement and let you create alignment guides in the layout ...
Popular Articles
Exciting Users for Mac Users!
Exciting news for Mac users! The first universal native app is in developemt! This new version will be compatable with all macOS versions and chipsets. We expect to release in March of 2026. More to come, stay tuned for updates!! - Vector GFX TeamWelcome to Vector GFX!
Please bear with us as we are busy updating all of our help content. If you need immeadiate assistance submit a ticket at https://vgfxsupport.zohodesk.com/portal/en/newticket or e-mail info@vectorgfx.net. Other important links: New Website: ...Vector GFX: Quality Assurance Program Overview
Vector GFX: Quality Assurance Program Overview At Vector GFX, we are committed to delivering high-performance, stable desktop solutions. Because our software resides directly on our customers' local environments, our Quality Assurance (QA) program ...How many computers can I put a license on?
Overview: Each license can only be used to register the program on two computers. If you are looking to get more than one license, we can offer a discount for multiple licenses. Please contact our sales department at sales@vectorgfx.net. Applies To: ...What is the difference between Canvas X Draw and Canvas X Pro (Canvas GFX)?