With my easy lined paper template, you can create your very own lined paper PDF and print it off as many times as you like. Out of lined paper in your notepad? No problem! I follow the college-ruled guidelines in this tutorial, but once you know how to do it, you can set the margins …
Learn how to center an object in Illustrator CC in this very simple tutorial, and use the align panel and these simple techniques to centrally align one object to the artboard, or multiple objects to the artboard, each other, or a key object. Mastering the functions of the align tool is one of the core …
Learn how to resize an artboard in Illustrator CC in this simple tutorial, and change both your canvas position and size with confidence after following all the steps below. Unlike Photoshop, where the image size options are named as such, everything in Illustrator is instead done on a canvas, or multiple canvases, so you will …
Here is a great way to export layers as PNG files in Photoshop CC, no matter how many layers you have. You can export them all at the same time, potentially saving you hours of time going through each layer and exporting individually. Particularly if you are working with the likes of webpage mockups, which …
Learn how to add a gradient to editable text in Illustrator CC, and enjoy all the benefits of being able to apply color effects to your text without needing to expand it. By keeping your text editable, you can always go back and make changes to the font, size, orientation, and so many options, while …
If you’re looking to cut a circle in half in Illustrator CC, this super simple tutorial will show you how to use the scissors and pen tools to cut any ellipse in half in a matter of seconds. With this simple technique, you can bring semi-circles and half-circles into your designs, complete with effects and …
Looking to add drop shadow in Illustrator to objects and shapes? The drop shadow feature may be a little hidden away, but once you find it, you can apply drop shadows with similar features to those in Photoshop, then edit and make changes in the appearance panel. While the drop shadow feature in Illustrator is …
Learn how to convert JPG to transparent PNG in Photoshop CC in a couple of minutes or less, and use your brand new transparent file in so many different ways on the web. Convert JPG to Transparent PNG in Photoshop Video Tutorial There are a few steps to this tutorial, so if you’d like to …
Learn how to remove all white from an image in Illustrator CC when you run an image trace, and save yourself invaluable time not having to delete all of those white areas yourself. If you have an especially complicated and busy image to outline, this technique could be a real game-changer for you! Remove All …
Learn how to convert stroke to outline in Illustrator CC in a matter of seconds, and bring all the benefits of fill, anchor points, and complete paths into play with any typography or drawings you have created with linear paths. Convert Stroke to Outline in Illustrator Video Tutorial Want to see this simple tutorial in …