Converting a Bitmap shape to a path.

Any way to convert a bitmap shape to a path?
Thanks.

SpringTank wrote:
> Any way to convert a bitmap shape to a path?
>
> Thanks.
In FW 8 you can use the Magic Wand or Polygon Lasso tools to
select the
shape. Then convert the Marquee to a path.
In any older version of FW, you would need to use the pen
tool to trace
the shape.
SKB

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