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Applying
a Gradient Across Multiple
Objects In Canvas - Part Two |
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5. When the text object was converted to paths, the
individual letters are grouped by default. Before we
can make a composite path, the objects must first be
ungrouped. Click Object > Ungroup to ungroup
them.
![](images/cnvgradmulti06.gif)
6. While all the objects are still selected, click
Object > Path > Make Composite. 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)
Canvas offers an alternate way to apply a gradient
across multiple objects. You can interactively apply
the gradient using the Vector Gradient Tool to selected
objects instead of a composite object.
7. Picking up at Step 5 above, click Object >
Ungroup to ungroup the letters.
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8. Select the Vector Gradient Tool from the Toolbox
then click and drag the mouse across the selected objects.
9. Release the mouse to see the effect.
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This Technique With Macromedia® FreeHand®
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