What tool is utilized to adjust the curve on either side of an anchor point?

The tangent handle is specifically designed to adjust the curves extending from an anchor point in vector graphics software like Adobe Animate. By manipulating the tangent handles that are associated with an anchor point, users can create and refine the curvature of paths that come into and leave that point. This allows for precise control over the shape and smoothness of curves, making it essential for creating complex, flowing designs.

Each tangent handle influences the curvature on either side of the anchor point independently, providing the ability to create varying degrees of sharpness or gentleness in the curves. This tool is fundamental for working with Bezier curve paths, which are widely used in animation and graphic design for their flexibility and precision.

Other options, such as the anchor point tool, Bezier curve tool, and selection tool, serve different functions that do not involve the direct manipulation of curve shapes through tangent handles. The anchor point tool helps in selecting and modifying anchor points but doesn’t engage with the curvature directly. The Bezier curve tool is focused on creating new Bezier curves and doesn't adjust existing ones. The selection tool is used primarily for selecting and moving objects rather than editing their curvature.