Creating perfect round text around a logo in Adobe Illustrator is a skill that can elevate the overall design and give a professional touch to your artwork. Whether you are designing a new logo, creating a brand identity, or working on a graphic design project, perfectly rounded text around a logo can make a significant difference in the visual appeal of the design.
To achieve this effect in Adobe Illustrator, follow these steps:
Step 1: Open Your Logo in Illustrator
Open your logo file in Adobe Illustrator by selecting “File” > “Open” and navigating to the location of your logo file.
Step 2: Create a Circle
Select the ellipse tool from the toolbar and click on the artboard while holding down the Shift key to create a perfect circle. This circle will act as a guide for the placement of the text around the logo.
Step 3: Type Tool
Select the Type tool from the toolbar and click on the left side of the circle. Type the text that you want to wrap around the logo. Ensure that the text is on the same layer as the circle. Adjust the font, size, and other text properties as desired.
Step 4: Path Selection Tool
Select the text you just created using the Path Selection Tool (A) from the toolbar.
Step 5: Type on a Path
With the text selected, go to “Type” in the menu bar, then select “Type on a Path” and choose “Options”. A new dialog box will appear.
Step 6: Set the Options
In the Type on a Path Options dialog box, select “Flip” preview to see the text flipped to the bottom of the circle. Adjust the “Effect” to get the right placement of the text around the circle. You can also change the “Baseline Shift” to move the text up or down along the path to fit perfectly around the logo.
Step 7: Adjust as Needed
After applying the Type on a Path Effect, you can further fine-tune the position and appearance of the text by using the Direct Selection Tool (A) to adjust anchor points and handles on the circle or the text itself.
Step 8: Positioning and Placement
Once you have the text positioned correctly around the circle, you can delete the circle and make any final adjustments to the text as necessary.
By following these steps, you can create perfectly round text around a logo in Adobe Illustrator that looks professional and visually appealing. With a little practice and experimentation, you can master this technique and use it to enhance your graphic design projects. Perfectly rounded text around a logo can elevate the overall aesthetic of your designs and make a lasting impression on your audience.
