Embellish your text in Affinity Photo 2 with striking borders that elevate the visual appeal of your designs. Adding borders is a breeze with Affinity Photo 2’s intuitive tools, empowering you to create stunning borders that draw attention to your text and enhance its readability. Whether you’re a seasoned designer or just starting out, this comprehensive guide will equip you with the knowledge to add borders to text in Affinity Photo 2 effortlessly.
To begin, select the text layer you wish to embellish. Navigate to the “Layer” menu and choose “Rasterize,” ensuring that your text is transformed into a raster image. This enables you to apply borders to your text using Affinity Photo 2’s image editing capabilities. Once rasterized, you’ll gain access to a plethora of border styles and customization options. However, if you prefer to maintain your text as a text layer for further editing, consider using the “Stroke” option instead.
With your text rasterized, explore the “Layer” menu and select “New Adjustment Layer.” From the dropdown menu, choose “Stroke.” This opens up a range of border customization options. Adjust the “Width” and “Offset” sliders to control the thickness and distance of your border from the text. Experiment with the “Color” picker to select a hue that complements your design. You can also fine-tune the border’s appearance by adjusting the “Opacity,” “Feather,” and “Mode” settings. Whether you prefer a subtle outline or a bold, eye-catching border, Affinity Photo 2 empowers you to create the perfect border for your needs.
Creating a Simple Border
Creating a Document and Text Box
Step 1: Open Affinity Photo 2 and create a new document. Select "File" > "New" to open the New Document dialog box. Enter the desired document dimensions and create the document.
Step 2: Insert a text box within the document. Select the "Text" tool (T) from the toolbar. Click and drag on the document to create a rectangular text box. Type or paste the text you want to add a border to.
Applying a Border
Step 3: Select the text box for borders. Hover over the text box, and click on the small arrow that appears in the top-right corner. This will open a context menu.
Step 4: Add a border from the context menu. Navigate to the "Layer" submenu and select "Border." This will display the Border Settings dialog box.
Step 5: Adjust border settings. In the Border Settings dialog box, you can customize the border’s properties, such as its width, color, and style.
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Table of Common Border Styles
| Style | Description |
|---|---|
| Solid | A continuous line around the text box |
| Dotted | A series of spaced dots around the text box |
| Dashed | A series of spaced lines around the text box |
| Double | Two lines around the text box, one inside the other |
| Triple | Three lines around the text box, one inside the other |
Adding a Border to Text in Affinity Photo 2
Adding a border to text can enhance its visibility and style. Here’s how to do it in Affinity Photo 2.
Adjusting Border Size and Color
Once you’ve selected your text and added a border, you can adjust its appearance. In the “Text Style” panel (or in the “Context Toolbar”), you’ll find the following options:
Size
Adjust the thickness of the border. A larger value will create a bolder border. You can enter a specific pixel size or use the slider to fine-tune the width.
Color
Choose the color of the border from the color picker or by entering a hex code. You can also use the eyedropper tool to sample a color from the document.
Position
Determines where the border will appear relative to the text. Choose from “Outside,” “Inside,” or “Center” to control its placement.
Offset
Specifies the distance between the border and the edge of the text. A positive value will move the border inward, while a negative value will move it outward.
Opacity
Adjusts the transparency of the border. A lower value will create a more transparent border, while a higher value will make it more opaque.
| Property | Description |
|---|---|
| Size | Thickness of the border |
| Color | Hue of the border |
| Position | Location of the border relative to the text |
| Offset | Distance between the border and the text |
| Opacity | Transparency of the border |
Applying a Gradient Border
To create a gradient border, follow these steps:
- Select the text layer you want to add a border to.
- In the Layers panel, click the “Fx” icon at the bottom of the panel and select “Stroke.”
- In the Stroke dialog box, click the “Gradient” tab. Here are the options available in the tab:
- Click “OK” to apply the gradient border.
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| Type | Specifies the type of gradient to be applied. |
| Gradient Editor | Allows you to customize the gradient by adding or removing colors, changing their positions, and adjusting their opacity. |
| Angle | Specifies the angle at which the gradient is applied. |
| Scale | Scales the gradient to fit the stroke width. |
| Opacity | Controls the transparency of the gradient. |
Gradient borders can be used to add a subtle or dramatic effect to your text, depending on the colors and settings you choose. Experiment with different gradient types and angles to create a unique and eye-catching look.
Experimenting with Border Effects
Once you’ve familiarized yourself with the basics of creating a border around your text, let’s dive into some fun and creative ways to enhance its visual impact.
1. Adjusting the Border Width and Color
Play around with different border widths to create effects ranging from subtle highlights to bold outlines. Experiment with various colors to complement your text and design aesthetic.
2. Adding a Shadow
Add a drop shadow to your border to create depth and dimension. Adjust the opacity, blur, and distance of the shadow to achieve the desired effect.
3. Using a Gradient Fill
Instead of a solid color, try applying a gradient fill to your border. This can create a subtle or dramatic transition of colors, adding interest and dynamism to your design.
4. Creating Custom Borders with Layers and Masks
For ultimate customization, create a border using layers and masks. This gives you complete control over the shape, size, and position of your border. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
- Place your text layer at the top of the stack.
- Create a new layer beneath the text layer and fill it with a different color.
- Use the Pen Tool to draw a path around the text, creating an outline. Select the newly created path and fill it with a color or gradient.
- Add a black mask to the new layer, revealing only the outline. Adjust the mask’s shape to fine-tune the appearance of your border.
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| Border Width | Adjusts the thickness of the border. |
| Border Color | Sets the color of the border. |
| Drop Shadow | Adds a shadow to the border. |
| Gradient Fill | Applies a gradient of colors to the border. |
Framing Text with a Custom Shape
This technique allows you to create unique and eye-catching text frames using your own custom shapes. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
- Create a Custom Shape: Using the Shape Tool, draw the shape you want to use as a frame.
- Select the Text: Select the text you want to frame.
- Position the Shape: Move the custom shape over the text and position it as desired.
- Create a Clipping Mask: Right-click on the custom shape layer and select “Create Clipping Mask.” This will clip the text to the shape, creating the frame.
- Customize the Frame: Adjust the opacity, color, or position of the custom shape to customize the frame to your liking.
Additional Details for Customizing the Frame
To further customize the frame, you can use the following techniques:
| Setting | Effect |
|---|---|
| Opacity | Adjusts the transparency of the frame. |
| Stroke | Adds a border around the frame. |
| Fill | Sets the color or pattern for the inside of the frame. |
| Transform | Scale, rotate, or skew the frame to fit the text. |
By experimenting with these settings, you can create a wide variety of custom text frames to enhance your designs.
Adding a Stroke to Text
Here is a step-by-step guide on how to add a stroke to text in Affinity Photo 2:
1. Open the Text Panel
Select the text object or layer in your document. Then, open the Text panel by navigating to **Window > Text > Text**.
2. Adjust the Stroke Width
In the Stroke section of the Text panel, locate the **Width** field. Enter the desired stroke width in pixels.
3. Choose the Stroke Color
Click on the color swatch to open the color picker. Choose the desired color for the stroke.
4. Adjust the Stroke Position
Use the **Position** dropdown menu to select the position of the stroke relative to the text. Options include **Inside**, **Center**, and **Outside**.
5. Set the Stroke Type
The **Type** dropdown menu allows you to choose the type of stroke. Options include **Solid** (uniform stroke), **Dashed** (dotted stroke), **Pattern** (a custom pattern), and **Gradient** (a blended color transition).
6. Customize Stroke Appearance
Depending on the stroke type you selected, you can access additional options for customizing the stroke’s appearance:
| Stroke Type | Customization Options |
|---|---|
| Dashed | Dash length, gap length, and dash pattern |
| Pattern | Pattern type, scale, and angle |
| Gradient | Gradient fill, stop points, and blend mode |
How To Add Border To Text In Afinity Photo 2
To add a border to text in Affinity Photo 2, follow these steps:
- Select the text layer in the Layers panel.
- Click on the “Stroke” icon in the toolbar.
- Adjust the stroke settings as desired.
- The “Width” option controls the thickness of the border.
- The “Color” option controls the color of the border.
- The “Opacity” option controls the transparency of the border.
- Click on the “Apply” button to apply the border to the text.
People Also Ask
How do I add a drop shadow to text in Affinity Photo 2?
To add a drop shadow to text in Affinity Photo 2, follow these steps:
- Select the text layer in the Layers panel.
- Click on the “Effects” menu in the menu bar.
- Select “Drop Shadow” from the menu.
- Adjust the drop shadow settings as desired.
- The “Distance” option controls the distance of the shadow from the text.
- The “Angle” option controls the angle of the shadow.
- The “Blur” option controls the blurriness of the shadow.
- Click on the “Apply” button to apply the drop shadow to the text.
How do I change the font of text in Affinity Photo 2?
To change the font of text in Affinity Photo 2, follow these steps:
- Select the text layer in the Layers panel.
- Click on the “Text” menu in the menu bar.
- Select “Font” from the menu.
- Choose the desired font from the list.
- Click on the “Apply” button to apply the new font to the text.
