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How do you make cool backgrounds in Illustrator?

Last updated on September 24, 2022 @ 7:15 pm

In this tutorial, we will show you how to make cool backgrounds in Illustrator. To begin, open up Illustrator and create a new document. Choose the Rectangle tool (M) and draw a rectangle on the artboard. Your rectangle should be about 100px by 100px.

Next, go to the Transparency menu and choose Make Transparent. This will make your background transparent. Next, go to the Effects menu and choose Drop Shadow. In the Drop Shadow dialog box, enter the following values:.

Offset: -2px

Radius: .5px

Blur: .5px

Opacity: .5

Click OK to close the dialog box. Now, go to the Transparency menu and choose Add Layer.

Choose the Gradient tool (G) and draw a gradient on top of your background. The gradient should be in the following colors:.

PRO TIP: This article provides tips on how to create cool backgrounds in Illustrator. However, it is important to note that these tips may not work for everyone. Some people may find that their backgrounds turn out looking better if they use a different method.

Top: #FFD700

Middle: #E6E6F6

Bottom: #ACEADC

Click OK to close the Add Layer dialog box. Finally, go to the Effects menu and choose Blur. In the Blur dialog box, enter the following values:

Radius: 2px

Click OK to close the Blur dialog box. Your background should now look like the image below.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we have shown you how to make cool backgrounds in Illustrator. By following these steps, you can create a variety of backgrounds that will look amazing in your designs.

Dale Leydon

Dale Leydon

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