Home » Tip of The Day » Straight Lines When Creating PathsStraight Lines When Creating Paths April 25, 2015. Posted in: Tip Of The Day. When creating a path using the Pen tool, click and hold Shift to snap to the nearest increment of 45°. This will make it easy for you to create symmetrical shapes or straight lines. « Previous Photoshop Tip: | Next Photoshop Tip: » Sign-up for the PTC Newsletter so that you'll never miss a tutorial!. Your Email Address: