- [Instructor] Here is how we can add highlight
and dimension to our type objects
using the gradient mesh tool.
First thing I'll need to do is convert the type to outlines.
Next, I'm going to add a gradient mesh
and you'll see that that option is currently dimmed.
So before I can do that, I will need to release
the compound path.
Then create gradient mesh.
You can choose the number of rows and columns that you want.
The default value will be four for each.
In this instance, I'm going to have eight rows.
Now either with the mesh tool
or with my direct selection tool,
I'll press A to access my direct selection tool,
I can click on the mesh points and change their color.
If I want to add in additional mesh points,
I can do that with the mesh tool.
And if I have too many mesh points and want to delete some,
I can hold down the alt key and click
on an existing mesh point.