How Do I Merge Anchor Points in Illustrator?

To join one or more open paths, use the Selection tool to select the open paths and click Object > Path > Join. You can also use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+J (Windows) or Cmd+J (Mac). When anchor points are not overlapping, Illustrator adds a line segment to bridge the paths to join.

How do I move two anchor points at once in Illustrator?

Shift-click to select multiple points. Select the Direct Selection tool and drag a boundary around the anchor points. Shift-drag around additional anchor points to select them.

Why can I join two paths in Illustrator?

“To join, you must select two open endpoints. If they are not on the same path, they cannot be on text paths nor inside graphs, and if both of them are grouped, they must be in the same group.”