This tutorial will show you how to create a curved text path, add text along that path, and format the text so your Indesign project looks the way you want. If you’re working with vector graphics, learn how to flip text on a path in Illustrator. ..

Create a Layer for Text

If you’re designing a website or app with both graphics and text, it’s a good idea to create a separate layer for all the typography. This way, you can keep the graphics clean and organized while still having access to the typeface and layout of your text. ..

To create a new layer in your document: -Select Window > Layers to display the Layers panel or use the keyboard shortcut F7. -Then select the New Layer button to create a new layer. ..

Create a Path

To create a curved path in InDesign, you can use the Ellipse Tool or the Pen Tool. While either tool will work, in this example we’ll use the Ellipse Tool to create a perfect circle. ..

How to Create a Perfect Circle Path

Next, click on the ellipse you want to create. The Ellipse tool will appear in the main toolbar. You can use the arrow keys to move the ellipse around, or use the left and right arrow keys to rotate it.

To create a perfect circle with the Ellipse tool, hold down the Shift key and click and drag the cursor to create a circle. ..

To create a curved text in InDesign, you type on a path. This is the curved path we’ll add text to. ..

Make the Path Invisible

Paths are invisible by default. However, if the base color and stroke color are turned off, you’ll be able to make the path invisible. ..

With the Selection tool, you can select a path or area of text.

The Properties panel for the Selection or Direct Selection tool is displayed in the Essentials workspace. The properties of the selection or direct selection tool can be changed to reflect your needs.

If the circle path has a fill color and/or stroke applied to the path, you’ll see it in the Properties panel. Select the None option under Fill.

To remove the stroke from text, select “None” under Stroke. ..

To create a simple, elegant path without any fills or strokes, use the Pen tool. ..

Next, we’ll add text to the curved line of the path. ..

Add Your Text

To add text, first select the Type on a Path tool from the toolbar. It may be hidden beneath the Type tool. Click and hold the mouse button on the text tool to reveal the Type on a Path tool. Alternatively, you can use the keyboard shortcut Shift + T to select the Type on a Path tool. ..

Next, with the Type on a Path tool selected, move the cursor to the circle. When you see a Plus icon next to the Type on a Path Tool icon, click on the circle. The plus icon means you can add text there.

Once you click on the path, you’ll see a cursor on the path where you can add text. Type a line of text.

To adjust the font and size of the type, use the Character panel in Window > Type & Tables > Character.

To adjust the color of the type, activate the Color panel by selecting Window > Color > Color or use the keyboard shortcut F6. Select text and apply the color.

To place text on a path, you first need to create the path. To do this, use the Path tool (Window > Path). To position text on the path, use the Text tool (Window > Text). ..

Move the Text Along the Curve

Select the type in the path and drag it to the right or left to change its size.

Drag the text along the path to the desired position.

Type on a Path Options

The Type on a Path dialog box lets you choose how to type your path. You can type it as a name, an abbreviation, or a full name.

You can add Effect, Align, and Spacing options to your photos. ..

To preview the effect, check the Preview box and select one of the default effects, like Rainbow or Stair Step. Then look at other options to see which one you like best.

To place text inside a path, use the Flip box or the Align options. The Baseline option is the default. ..

The Spacing option controls the spacing of the text around the curve.

Adobe Apps Work Together

Adobe’s Creative Cloud apps let you use these three essential graphic design tools in tandem to create amazing designs. Check out our other tutorials to see how you can use them to create amazing designs!

How to link text boxes in Indesign:

  1. Open the document you want to link the text boxes to.
  2. Select the text box you want to link to and click the “Link Text Box” button on the toolbar.
  3. In the “Link Text Box Properties” dialog box, enter the name of the text box you linked it to in the “Name” field and click OK.
  4. Repeat steps 2-3 for any other text boxes you want to link together. ..

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