Start a new document or open any document in Illustrator on the web (Beta).
- Illustrator on the web (Beta) user guide
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Get set up
- Learn the basics
- Access the app
- Preferences and settings
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Start projects
- Access files
- Create documents
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Add and edit artwork
- Create shapes
- Create text
- Add colors
- Draw and edit paths
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Share and export
- Share and collaborate
- Save and export
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Troubleshooting
- Application crash
- File issues
Adobe MAX
The Creativity Conference
Oct 14–16 Miami Beach and online
Adobe MAX
The Creativity Conference
Oct 14–16 Miami Beach and online
Adobe MAX
The Creativity Conference
Oct 14–16 Miami Beach and online
Adobe MAX
The Creativity Conference
Oct 14–16 Miami Beach and online
- Illustrator on the web (Beta) user guide
-
Get set up
- Learn the basics
- Access the app
- Preferences and settings
-
Start projects
- Access files
- Create documents
-
Add and edit artwork
- Create shapes
- Create text
- Add colors
- Draw and edit paths
-
Share and export
- Share and collaborate
- Save and export
-
Troubleshooting
- Application crash
- File issues
Last updated on
Sep 9, 2024
Add text in a few simple steps.
Explore the beta app
Illustrator on the web (Beta) is available for testing and feedback as part of your Illustrator subscription. Try it now to discover new features.
Use the hands-on tutorial in the app
Play this video for an introduction to the tutorial about adding and editing text.
Try it in the app
Now that you've watched the video, follow along with the tutorial to learn how to add and edit text.
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Select the Type tool.
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Select anywhere on the artboard to add point text and start typing. To add text within a boundary, drag the pointer to create a text frame.
Note:
You can add text horizontally or vertically. Select the Type tool and then select the Vertical Type tool.
Adobe MAX
The Creativity Conference
Oct 14–16 Miami Beach and online
Adobe MAX
The Creativity Conference
Oct 14–16 Miami Beach and online
Adobe MAX
The Creativity Conference
Oct 14–16 Miami Beach and online
Adobe MAX
The Creativity Conference
Oct 14–16 Miami Beach and online