Graphics Reference
In-Depth Information
Did You Know?
You can show and hide the transparency grid.
Click the view menu,
and then click Show Transparency Grid or Hide Transparency Grid.
Applying Gradients
A gradient is a smooth transition between two or more colors in an object. You can apply
one of Illustrator's built-in gradients or create one of your own by using the Gradient pan-
el. The built-in gradients are available from gradient libraries. You can apply a gradient to
an object's fill or stroke (
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). After you apply a gradient, you can change the direction
or smoothness of the color transition.
Apply a Gradient Fill to an Object
Select an object with the fill you want to change.
• For type, convert it to outlines (click the Type menu, and then click Create
Outlines), or select the type, and then select Add New Fill from the Appear-
ance panel menu.
Select the
Swatches
and
Gradient
panels.
• To use gradients from a gradient library, click the
Swatch Libraries
menu on
the Swatches panel, point to
Gradient
, select a gradient library, and then click
a gradient.
Click the
Fill
color box on the Gradient (
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) or Tools panel.