Type On Path In Illustrator

Putting type on a path is simple in Illustrator using the Type on a Path Tool.

You can put type on any shape path, but in this example, I’ll put type on a circle.

First, draw a circle.

Then, select the Type on a Path Tool. There are many other type tools in this palette, so be sure you pick the correct tool.

Position the type cursor on the path of the circle and click on it. This will select path of the circle as the base of the type you will input.

Once you have the path selected you can put in your type.

After you’ve put in your type, you can adjust it by using the selection tool. By positioning the selection tool over the vertical lines on the type path, you will be able to “grab” and slide the type around the circle.

You can also use the Type on a Path options palette to make the type sit on the path in different ways (Type-Type on a Path-Type on a Path Options).