Now, nothing in the pattern says when to USE it, so contextually, I'm at a loss.

What on earth is a shape tool?

I'm pretty sure I can make the item without whatever it is, but the creator doesn't label it as optional, and I can't contact them because they're in between offices so they're not responding to inquiries.

huh. that is not a term I'm familiar with, but it sounds like maybe it means one of these? Are You A Bot?

Ohhh could be, let me see if they've listed anything like that

!! I think you're right!

THAT would make sense! Thank you!!

yw!