Learning the uses of "kerf"

Can you elaborate on this shape? Not sure what you meant by 4 vectors. But this simple bowtie sample worked without a problem:

I tested this and did not have a problem. The key may be that you need to actively make sure the points are actively connected, not just aligned. It will be apparent because only one segment of the square will be selected when clicked. Alternatively, you can use auto-join selected shapes to force this.

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