How to Warp an Object in Adobe Illustrator

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Open an existing or new document in Adobe Illustrator.

   Use the "Place" option under the File Menu to import an object, or create an object using the Shape Builder Tool or the Rectangle Tool.
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   Step 2: Make changes to the color

   Click on the object you have created.
   
   Ensure you have selected the right layer in the Layer Panel before you start to warp your object. , Find the word "Warp" under "Illustrator Effects." Drag your cursor to the word and hover until the option drops down on the right hand side. , For example, you can warp your object into a wave, fisheye, arch, or a number of other options.
   
   Select the Illustrator warp effect of your choice. , Scroll down and click on the word "Appearance." The Appearance Panel will appear on the right and lists the warp effect that you just produced. , They will appear on the Appearance panel.
   
   You can delete a warp by clicking on it in the Appearance Panel and clicking on the small trash can on the bottom right of the panel. , You should see a dialogue box that lists your warp options.
   
   Change the warp and click "Preview" to ensure you have done what you wanted to do. , You can still change it using the Appearance Panel.
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   Step 3: border

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   Step 4: size or style using the tools in the Tool Panel.

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   Step 5: Drag your cursor to the Effect Menu on the top horizontal toolbar.

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   Step 6: Decide which effect you would prefer.

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   Step 7: Go to the Window Menu on the top horizontal toolbar.

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   Step 8: Select other warp effects.

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   Step 9: Change your warp effect by double clicking on the effect as listed on the Appearance Panel.

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    Step 10: Save your document immediately after you have found the right Illustrator warp effects for your object.

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