While, in example 2, we achieve the result fully and the image created seems to be giving the perfect reflected effect. But, it is an easier and quicker way to achieve the same.
Although, the exercise shown in example 1 does not comply wholly with the idea of giving the text a reflected effect. We need to create a method and technique to achieve the desired results. Step 15: The final reflected effect is shown in the figure below.Īdobe Illustrator does not have a direct tool to create reflections and shadows. Also, we can change the type of gradient to Linear or radial as desired. Step 14: We can change the color of the reflection at any point in time. Step 13: Select a gradient color from the panel, and a reflected effect has been created on the selected text.
Step 12: Now, go to windows and click on the Gradient option. Step 11: Create a rectangle using the Rectangle Tool from the toolbar, as shown in the figure below. Step 10: Next, select the mask option from the menu. Step 9: Next, Switch off the tick mark on the clip option as shown in the figure below. Step 8: Now, we will see the option of Make Mask. Step 7: Now, go to the windows option and click on the Transparency tab. This will create a reflected copy of the text, as shown in the figure below. Select the horizontal option from the Axis menu and click on the copy button. Step 5: Select the Reflect option from the menu. Step 4: Right-click on the text and go to the Transform option. Step 3: Make the text bolder, as shown in the figure below. Step 2: Use the Type Tool and write the DEVELOPMENT on the page. Step 1: Open a new document in Illustrator.
Illustration #2 – Using Reflect and Rotate Command But, still, it can be used for fast and quick effects. Although, the result is not exactly what we desire. Step 9: A reflection effect is created using this simple method. Step 8: Click on the Opacity option and reduce the same to 50% opacity. Step 7: Go to the windows option and use the Transparency function. Step 6: Now, use the selection tool and invert the text, as shown in the figure below. Step 5: Next, bring the copied text downwards.