Modifying the gradient
You can modify the shape and direction of the gradients applied to an object.
Modifying the shape of gradient
- Select the Selection Tool
on the Tool Palette.
- Select an object on the Canvas whose gradient you want to modify.
- Double-click the Fill button. When the gradient is specified as the Stroke properties of the selected object, double-click the Stroke button.
- Modify the Name, Type, Spread, Color, and Transparency in the Gradient Editor dialog box.
- Click Ok and the modified gradient is applied to the selected object.
Modifying the direction and degree of the gradient effect
- Select an object on the Canvas using the Selection Tool
on the Tool Palette.
- Select the Gradient Vector Tool
on the Tool Palette.
- Specify the starting and ending point of the gradient by dragging the mouse on the gradient. The longer the dragged line, the more gradual the gradient becomes.
- The newly modified direction and degree of the gradient is applied to the object.