Is it possible to change the default shape of checkbox (not the tickbox)

Hi, Ryan,

It's doable. First, adjust the formatting for at least one of the checkboxes: 

Next, right-click the desired check box, and select "Set as Default Check Box."

FYI: You can right-click other objects to set the default, too. It's one of those not-well-known but very handy tools.

Hi Judy,

Thank you for your reply, a very helpful tip. Is it also possible to change the shape of the box - I would like to change the rounded rectangle shape?

Ryan,

There are options for checkboxes with right-angle corners. They're just lower in the options box. 

This image shows where/how to access the Check Styles. Some of the right-angle options are already visible, because I had already selected one of those styles. 

FYI: The first image in my initial post above shows all the available Check Styles. The choices include rounded or right-angle corners, as well as different sizes. The Check Fill, Check Border, and Check Color drop-downs can be used to make further adjustments. 

Hi Judy,

This is the rounded rectangle I am refering to - I should have included an image at the start.

Good question. The built-in checkmarks are limited in what you can do to customize. However, there's nothing to stop you from creating your own checkmark and making it look any way you want.

• Create a shape
• Add a selected state to it with a checkmark
• If you want quizzing options, use the convert to freeform, pick many.

Here's a tutorial to show how with some bonus tips. :)

Thanks Tom and Judy, your responses were very helpful.

Hi again, Ryan,

You can get a right-angled look to a standard checkbox:

Here's how I did that:

• Select the checkbox object.
• In the States panel, click EDIT STATES.
• In the Hover state, do this:
  • Set the Shape Fill to No Fill.
  • Insert a right-angled rectangle with the desired formatting.
  • Send that rectangle to the back.
    • TIP: Make the rectangle a bit longer than the checkbox object. That will let you re-select and edit it, if needed. 
• Click DONE EDITING STATES.

Obviously, it'd be best to get one button set up the way you want it, and then copy-and-paste it to create matching buttons.

Note: I don't see a way to change the glow around the checkbox. That doesn't appear within any given state, so I assume it's just built-in. 

As Tom pointed out, you can create your own completely customized buttons. 

Hi, thank you Judy, I admire your commitment to the challenge. I will try out your method, but will probably resort to building my own, as it provides more flexibility.

Thanks for your help.

Ryan,

I often build my own, too, since that allows for complete customization. 

It's good to keep in mind that you can add separate items to an object's states. That can be a simple way to accomplish a given look.

Best regards.