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01 | Set The Type & Create Outlines
Select the Type Tool and set a line of text at a large point size. The typeface below is Nobel Bold from the Font Bureau (http://www.fontbureau.com) and is set at 175pt. For visual interest, I applied the shear tool to the text as shown below.
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Note: This effect works on any length of text but you'll save yourself a lot of time and frustration if you apply it to shorter words. Also, blocky, squarish typefaces are easier to edit while round and curved faces require a bit more attention. Allow for some space between the individual letters for best results. |
Convert the type to Outlines (MENU > TYPE > CREATE OUTLINES or CMD/CTRL + SHIFT + O).
02 | Offset Path
Select your type outlines and, from the menu bar, choose OBJECT > PATH > OFFSET PATH. When the Offset Path dialog box appears, choose an offset of 5 - 7px. The example uses 7px. These offset values apply to the 175pt type shown so adjust accordingly. The idea is to give your word(s) enough dimension to work with. Click OK. Choose a contrasting color, such as bright green, for the offset path for better visibility.
Once the Offset Path command is applied, you may have letters that overlap. It's best to separate them to provide breathing room and allow for easier editing in the following steps. You may wish to do this before you skew or alter your letters horizontal alignment.
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