Convert point tool

When I make a path with the pen tool, then use the convert point tool to change my last point, then go back to the pen tool. Why does the pen tool not continue with my original path and creates a new one.
This is driving me crazy and its probably an easy fix.
Thanks,
Liz

You are using the pen tool incorrectly.
Experiment with the pen; click, click-drag, double-click-drag and so on.
Option drag on a smooth point converts it to a corner point etc.
No need to keep changing tools.

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