How to Change Font Size in Adobe Illustrator

How to Change Font Size in Adobe Illustrator

Changing font size in Adobe Illustrator is a straightforward process that can be easily accomplished using various methods. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to change font size in Adobe Illustrator:

Method 1: Using the Character Panel

1. Select the Text Object: Identify the text object whose font size you want to change.
2. Open Character Panel: Right-click the text object and select Character from the context menu. Alternatively, you can go to Window > Character to open the panel.
3. Locate Font Size Field: In the Character panel, locate the Font Size field.
4. Enter Font Size Value: Type in the desired font size in the Font Size field. Alternatively, you can use the up and down arrows to adjust the font size incrementally.
5. Confirm Font Size Change: Click outside the Character panel to apply the new font size to the selected text object.

Method 2: Using the Type Tool

1. Select the Text Object: Identify the text object whose font size you want to change.
2. Activate Character Panel: Double-click the text object with the Type Tool to open the Character panel. Alternatively, you can press Ctrl+T (Windows) or Command+T (macOS) to open the panel directly.
3. Locate Font Size Field: In the Character panel, locate the Font Size field.
4. Enter Font Size Value: Type in the desired font size in the Font Size field. Alternatively, you can use the up and down arrows to adjust the font size incrementally.
5. Confirm Font Size Change: Click outside the Character panel or press Return to apply the new font size to the selected text object.

Method 3: Using the Control Bar

1. Select the Text Object: Identify the text object whose font size you want to change.
2. Locate Font Size Control: In the Control bar, locate the Font Size control.
3. Adjust Font Size Value: Click and drag the font size slider to adjust the font size. Alternatively, you can double-click the font size value to enter the desired font size manually.
4. Confirm Font Size Change: Release the mouse or press Enter to apply the new font size to the selected text object.

Additional Tips

• Use the Zoom Tool (Z) to zoom in on the text to make precise font size adjustments.
• Create and manage font styles for consistent typography throughout your design.
• Maintain consistent font size across multiple Adobe Illustrator artboards to ensure visual harmony in your design.