How to Create Outlines in Adobe Illustrator (convert text to shapes)

Learn how to convert text into editable vector outlines in Adobe Illustrator. This essential technique lets you turn fonts into scalable shapes — perfect for logos, print files, and client handoffs.

Need to convert your text into scalable, editable vector shapes? In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to create outlines in Adobe Illustrator — turning live text into curves that don't rely on installed fonts.

✅ Turn fonts into vector shapes
✅ Convert text to outlines for print and production files
✅ Works for logos, packaging, T-shirt designs, and more
✅ Also called “convert text to curves” or “text to shapes”

Creating outlines ensures your designs stay consistent across different devices, printers, and file formats.

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