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How do I fill an area with color in Illustrator?

Last updated on November 24, 2022 @ 7:43 am

Illustrator is great for creating colorful images and illustrations. In this article, we will show you how to fill an area with color in Illustrator.

1. Choose the area you want to color.

2. Select the Type tool (T).

3. Choose the color you want to use from the Color Picker.

4. Click on the area you want to color.

5. Choose the Stroke option from the Stroke menu.

6. Choose the color you want the stroke to be.

7. Choose the Size option from the Stroke menu.

8. Click on the Stroke button to finish.

PRO TIP: When filling an area with color in Illustrator, it is important to make sure that the area is completely enclosed. Otherwise, the color may not appear properly or may not fill the entire area.
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