node shaping, is there an easy way to slice complex shapes

[Geoffrey]

If have created a complex shape and want slice it with straight lines, how can it be done.

 

In other programs I would add a couple of nodes for the slice and transform the slice line to a straight line with a straight line button. Too easy

 

In Affinity Designer I have tried adding nodes but there seems to be no way to maintain the curve on one side of the node and straighten the line of the other. The handles on both sides always change, distorting the part I want to keep.

 

the only way I have done it is by breaking the line and deleting the section for the straight line, must be a better way?

 

 

[MEB]

Hi Geoffrey

You can draw closed shapes that intersect the original shape the way you want (2) (with straight or curve lines doesn't matter). Then select all shapes, press Divide (3) (Geometric Operations) - they all become separate shapes - and delete the superfluous parts (4).