Merging paths changes shape appearance
So basically I have this shape that I am trying to subtract the white type out of so it is one shape (like a stamp) where the white type is open, not white fill.
When I go to delete the white type from the path, or minus front, or divide, or using the shaper tool (it doesnt matter-same thing happens across the board)- the appearance of the type changes, becoming thinner- but the vector doesn't actually change... it's a visual thing, but its noticeably different.
Not sure if that makes sense or if this has happened to anyone else....
Does anyone know how to fix this or why it's happening?
rebecca ingersoll
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Rob
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I have this issue from time to time and I have tried EVERYTHING to navigate around it. What am I doing wrong? just trying to subtract the white text from the shape.
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This is normal and always was the way AI antialias paths. Treat is as ink spread.
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Steve Edwards
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Do you have GPU Preview turned on? In my experience, that does odd things with paths in Illustrator. I'm out of ideas otherwise.
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rebecca ingersoll
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I've outlined the type and expanded the appearance so it is one shape without any stroke on it.
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Steve Edwards
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Does the type have a stroke applied to it? If so, it will only subtract the path from the red object and ignore the stroke. If that is the case, you'll need to outline the stroke and then unite the objects then subtract it from the red circle.
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rebecca ingersoll
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So basically I have this shape that I am trying to subtract the white type out of so it is one shape (like a stamp) where the white type is open, not white fill.
When I go to delete the white type from the path, or minus front, or divide, or using the shaper tool (it doesnt matter-same thing happens across the board)- the appearance of the type changes, becoming thinner- but the vector doesn't actually change... it's a visual thing, but its noticeably different.
Not sure if that makes sense or if this has happened to anyone else....
Does anyone know how to fix this or why it's happening?
