How do I Make text transparent while keeping the outline so objects underneath show through the letters. [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif[/img]
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How do I Make text transparent while keeping the outline so objects underneath show through the letters. [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif[/img]
How do I Make text transparent while keeping the outline so objects underneath show through the letters. [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif[/img]
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Make a text object without fill or line colours.
Place behind any objects. Select all and arrange clipview. By clicking on the 'key' icons you can either move the clipping object or the clipped contents. You can also use the shape editor tool to adjust a clipping object.
Mike Engles
Chris,
If I understand your question, select your text and convert to editable shapes. (Arrange menu, Convert to Editable Shapes). Then ungroup the text. Select a character then select the line color for the outline. Then left click on the no color button on the color bar. The outline should still be visible and the character should be invisible.
I hope this helps.
Soquili
a.k.a. Bill Taylor
Bill is no longer with us. He died on 10 Dec 2012. We remember him always.
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Chris,
If you go to The Xara Gallery forum, you will find a post by Al Kolka (My first attempt at intarsia). I think you will be very pleased with the results of using Al's technique. [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif[/img]
Soquili
a.k.a. Bill Taylor
Bill is no longer with us. He died on 10 Dec 2012. We remember him always.
My TG Album
Last XaReg update
Thank you for the kind words Soquili.
However, if I understand ChrisAndrews original question, we're making it far harder than need be.
Simply select the text; left-click the "no color" button; right-click on the color of choice (if necessary) to add an outline; adjust outline width.
The text is still editable text.
Thank you, Al. Your way is much easier than what I described. [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif[/img]
Soquili
a.k.a. Bill Taylor
Bill is no longer with us. He died on 10 Dec 2012. We remember him always.
My TG Album
Last XaReg update
Thanks to all you great people my problem has been well and truly licked. Thanks again Regards Chris Andrews [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif[/img]
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