SRGAP1 contains an FCH (Fes/CIP4 homology) domain, a Rho-GAP domain and an SH3 domain. In the presence of Slit, SRGAP1 (via its SH3 domain) binds to the CC3 motif in robo (a protein responsible for mediating the repulsive effect of Slit) with higher affinity and inhibits Cdc42 activity in a robo/SRGAP-dependent manner. More specifically, SRGAP1 increases the intrinsic GTPase activity of Cdc42, thereby converting it to its inactive, GDP-bound form. Inactivation of Cdc42 ultimately leads to a decrease in actin polymerization.