Gradient text illustrator
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Open the Gradient window by going to “Window” and clicking on “Gradient”. In this tutorial, we’ll walk through how to add gradients to type using both native Illustrator techniques and Astute Graphics tools like Gradient Forge and Gradiator.
The most important thing to know about gradients on type
The most important thing to note when applying a gradient to type in Adobe Illustrator, is where you need to put the fill color.
But in Adobe Illustrator, applying gradients to live text can be a little tricky, especially if you want to maintain editability. The full Gradient Forge documentation can be found here: https://docs.astutegraphics.com/subscribe/gradient-forge
How to use Gradient Forge on text objects:
Select your text objects.
“Add New Fill” using the Appearance panel (as instructed above).
Open Gradient Forge (Windows > Gradient Forge).
Use its advanced features in the panel to:
Modify each gradient stop.
Select and adjust multiple stops.
Have the ability to snap stops.
Stack stops on top of one another with ease to create hard transitions.
Easily view and add transparency.
Save complex swatches to “Gradient Pockets” to use across your brand.
Adding gradients to text in Illustrator doesn’t have to be frustrating.
You can also use the keyboard shortcut “Ctrl (Command)+F9”.
Step 6:
Apply a gradient to your text. Click on the Gradient thumbnail or slider to apply a gradient to your text.
Step 7:
Edit your gradient or text. Once you’ve applied a gradient to your text, you can edit your gradient via the Gradient window (“Ctrl (Cmd)+F9”) or edit your type via the Character or Paragraph menus (accessible via the toolbar at the right of your screen).
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Press “T” to equip the Type tool.
To open the Pathfinder window, simply go to “Window” on the toolbar at the top of your screen, then select “Pathfinder”. Press “Shift+Ctrl (Cmd)+F9” to open the Pathfinder window and click the “Unite” button. Whether you’re designing for social media, a website, or print, applying a gradient can add depth and make your text stand out.
By leveraging both native Appearance Panel techniques and Astute Graphics’ tools like Gradiator and Gradient Forge, you can create flexible, beautiful typography with ease.
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As a shortcut, you can also press “Shift+Ctrl (Cmd)+F9” to open this window.
Step 5:
Click the Unite button. Find and click the “Unite” button under “Shape Modes” on the Pathfinder window.
Press “Ctrl (Cmd)+F9” to open the Gradient window. A highlighted border should appear around it.
Step 3:
Outline your text. On the toolbar at the top of your screen, go to “Type”, then click on “Create Outlines”. You can also press “Shift+Ctrl (Cmd)+O”.
Step 4:
Open the Pathfinder window. You’ll need to use the Pathfinder window to group your type together.
Your objects will be grouped together.
Step 6:
Make a compound path. On the top toolbar, go to “Object” followed by “Compound Path”, then “Make” or press “Ctrl (Cmd)+8”. This method is best to use if you are working with longer forms of text and/or text that may still need to be edited later.
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Step 1:
Equip the Selection tool.
When working in Illustrator, the tool you will find yourself working with the most is going to be the Selection tool. You can read the full Gradiator documentation here: https://docs.astutegraphics.com/subscribe/gradiator
How to use Gradiator on type:
Select your text objects.
“Add New Fill” using the Appearance panel (as instructed above).
Open Gradiator (Window > Astute Graphics > Gradiator).
Apply a preset or custom gradient.
Use Gradiator’s interface to:
Numerically set the origin or length of a gradient.
Change the angle of multiple gradients.
Capture a gradient including its absolute position, and apply it to one or more paths.
Rotate or randomize the color order of one or more of the gradients’ stops.
Open the Gradient window by going to “Window” and clicking on “Gradient”. Click+drag to select your type. This will make your individual objects into one singular object.
Step 7:
Open the Gradient window. Gradiator includes several functions which are not available on the native Gradient panel.
Click+drag over your text to select it. Here’s a full guide to doing both.
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Equip the Type tool by pressing “T” on your keyboard. Click the Gradient thumbnail to apply it.
“Destructive fill” means that after you’ve applied your gradient to your type, it will no longer be editable.
A highlighted border should appear around your type.
Step 3:
Open the Appearance window. Go to “Window” then click on “Appearance” or use the keyboard shortcut “Shift+F6” to open the Appearance window.
Step 4:
Add a new fill. Find and click on the “Add New Fill” button on the Appearance window, making sure to keep the new “Fill” panel selected once it opens.
Step 5:
Open the Gradient window.
Finally, click the Gradient thumbnail to apply it to your border.
How do I apply a destructive gradient outline around my text?
Once you’ve successfully applied a gradient to your type, you can simply press “Ctrl (Cmd)+X” to swap your fill and stroke colors.