Frequently asked questions about the Artistic Text Tool in Affinity Designer
Next, let’s dig into a couple of questions you may have about the Artistic Text Tool in Affinity Designer.
What are the main differences between the Frame Text and Artistic Text Tools?
If you’re creating Affinity Designer text effects, you may be wondering if you should use the Frame Text Tool or the Artistic Text Tool. Here are the key differences:
- The Frame Text Tool is better suited to longer text since it automatically wraps and frames the text, making it easier to move around. It also has more structured boundaries to give the text a consistent format.
- The Artistic Text Tool works well for shorter text (such as single words or simple phrases) as it allows for greater manipulation. This means you can be more free and creative with it.
Can I use the Affinity Designer Artistic Text Tool for paragraphs?
You can! However, as stated above, it’s more suitable for shorter pieces of text. If you want to add paragraphs or longer blocks of text, opt for the Frame Text Tool. Or, if you’re dealing with larger amounts of text, move to Affinity Publisher.
Do I have to change the text characteristics through the Character panel?
Not necessarily. There’s also the text toolbar at the top. There, you can tweak the Font, Alignment, Size, and more. Still, you may find more options through the Character panel.
What are other things you can change through the Character panel?
There are so many things you can modify, from the Font to the Weight, all the way to the Positioning and Decorations. You can even change the Language to get a spelling check and switch the typography language. Play around with the options and go all out with your Affinity Designer text effects!
Can I change between the Frame Text and Artistic Text Tools?
Yes! You’re not stuck with your first choice. If you realize you need to change between the two, you can. To do it, make sure you’re on the right layer. Then, go to the menu at the top and click the Layer option. From the dropdown menu, go for Convert to Art Text. Now, you can edit your text with the Artistic Text Tool.
If you need to revert back, follow the same process in this short Affinity Designer tutorial, and go for the Frame Text option.
Check out the result!
We’ve reached the end of this Affinity tutorial! This is how the social media post design is going so far after using the Affinity Designer artistic text tool. It’s captivating, bold, and modern. Take a look!
Continue reading these Affinity Designer tutorials to learn even more new skills and elevate your designs!