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Applying
a Gradient Across Multiple
Objects In Illustrator® - Part Two |
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5. While all the objects are still selected, click Object > Compound
Path > Make. Notice that the gradient is now applied across all the
objects instead of each one individually.
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Alternate Method Using The Vector Gradient Tool (Continuing From Step
5)
Illustrator offers an alternate way to apply a gradient across multiple
objects. You can interactively apply the gradient using the Gradient Tool
to selected objects instead of a composite object.
6. Select the Gradient Tool from the Toolbox then click and drag the
mouse across the selected objects.
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7. Release the mouse and click off the object to see the effect.
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Click Here For Doing This Technique With Deneba
Canvas
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This Technique With Macromedia® FreeHand®
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