group shapes into new shape/object, not group, then edit

[ggsmit]

tx a stack acorn!!!
this solves the problem... where do i mark it as SOLVED?
g

edit:
you are right, i sit with img

[wizard509]

[QUOTE=ggsmit;631892where do i mark it as SOLVED?
g
[/QUOTE]-

no need unless you wish to reply stating problem solved.

[gwpriester]

As far back as I can remember Xara has been able to do this using the Mould Tool and the Default Envelope. No need to group anything.

Select a shape or shapes.

Select the Mould Tool, apply a Default Envelope (see attachment).

Click on the corners to enable the control handles and shape your selection.

When you are done, you can Convert to Editable Shapes and if desired, Ungroup.

[ggsmit]

tx gary, yes the mould tool works and keeps the line proportions. i've been playing with it just now - some weird results
wish i had time to play with this program, the permutations are mind-boggling
tx for the help acorn and gary!