Graphics Reference
In-Depth Information
Did You Know?
You can expand a gradient fill to create an effect. Select an object
with a gradient fill, click the Object menu, click Expand, click the Spe-
cify option in the Expand Gradient To area, and then enter the number
of objects that you want to create. For a smooth color transition, enter
a large number (100), and then click OK.
Using Gradients Libraries
You can apply one of Illustrator's built-in gradients or create one of your own by using
the Gradient panel. The built-in gradients are available from gradient libraries, which you
can access from the Swatches panel. The gradient libraries open in a panel, displaying in-
dividual gradients. When you select a swatch from a gradient library, it's automatically
added to the Swatches panel. You can apply a gradient to an object's fill or stroke using
the Swatches, gradient library, or Gradient panels.
Add Library Gradients to the Swatches Panel
Select the Swatches panel.
Click the Swatch Libraries menu on the Swatches panel, point to Gradient , and
then select a gradient library.
Click a gradient swatch on the gradient library panel.
Search WWH ::




Custom Search