Fitting type in a column


    Illustrator lets you fit type across the full width of a type area in an object by using the Fit Headline command.

    Original type (left) compared to type after applying the Fit Headline command (right)
    Original type (left) compared to type after applying the Fit Headline command (right)

    Note: If you change the formatting of the type, be sure to reapply the Fit Headline command.

To fit headline type across a specified area:

  1. Select a type tool, and click in the paragraph you want to fit across the type area.
  2. Choose Type > Fit Headline.