Is there any fast way to change the diameter of the eraser?

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Is there any fast way to change the diameter of the eraser?

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Hi all,

When I make intonations, sometimes I need to use erasers to swipe them. So I need to adjust the diameter of the eraser frequently. Is there any convenient method to change the size so that I don't need to switch to the tab page every time?

I tried the shortcut attached
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but seems doesn't work at all.
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Re: Is there any fast way to change the diameter of the eraser?

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Hello, giano

If you keep the properties pane opened (Ctrl_~), it will appear at the top of the pane for quick access, whenever the eraser tool is enabled:
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That is about the best solution I can offer though.

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Re: Is there any fast way to change the diameter of the eraser?

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Sad to know. Thank you anyway.
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Re: Is there any fast way to change the diameter of the eraser?

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I can use this as a workaround. But is it possible to make the Properties tab disappear after I press Ctrl_~ a second time?
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Re: Is there any fast way to change the diameter of the eraser?

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Hello giano,

This is how that short cut work - it toggles the Properties panel on/off it works with both the View >> Panel dropdown as well with the Ctrl+` shortcut:
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Re: Is there any fast way to change the diameter of the eraser?

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Good. Now it works! Thanks!
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Is there any fast way to change the diameter of the eraser?

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:)
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