I created a logo by converting my text to outlines. Grouped them together using the pathfinder - unite feature. I'd like to apply a single gradient to the group, but for some reason I can't. Nothing happens when I drag over the gradient tool over the group. What could be the problem?
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2Not sure, but does this help?– CaiCommented Jan 9, 2017 at 16:35
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- Select your group of objects (presumably the converted text)
- With this selected, click on the gradient swatch you need from the
Swatchespalette. This will apply the gradient to each letter individually. Make sure you apply this for theFilland not theStroke - Press
Gthen drag your mouse from one side to another of the group and play with this until you get what you need. Holding downShiftwhile you drag will keep the gradient horizontal or vertical
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Great. If you dont mind try clicking the check icon and the up arrow next to my answer above, to the left of the bullets. stackoverflow.com/help/someone-answers thanks– lmlmlmCommented Jan 10, 2017 at 10:47
Although you combined the text using the Pathfinder tool it is still not a compound path. You can complete this by navigating to Object > Compound Path, or by pressing command+8.