There are tool that present several modes. The tool icon could reflect the currently set mode, so you wouldn't need to have the "Tool setup" window open to know in what mode the tool will be used.
Straight line - normal and adjustable width (icon could get a wider line)
There are tool that present several modes. The tool icon could reflect the currently set mode, so you wouldn't need to have the "Tool setup" window open to know in what mode the tool will be used.
Much depends how good our icon skills are of course... )