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Modifying Parabolas

To modify the parabola:

In an open sketch, select a parabola.
The pointer changes to when it is over a parabola.
Drag the vertex to shape the curve.
The pointer changes to when you select the vertex.
- To flatten the curve, drag the vertex away from the focus.
- To make a sharper curve, drag the vertex closer to the focus.
- To change the length of a side of the parabola without modifying the curve of the parabola, select an endpoint and drag. Video: Modifying a Parabola
- To modify the length of both sides of the parabola without changing the arc of the parabola, drag the parabola away from its endpoints. Video: Modifying a Parabola Without Changing the Arc
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Sketching Parabolas

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Changing Parabola Properties

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Parabola PropertyManager

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