Adjusting the margin around text


    When working with an area type object, you can control the margin between the text and the bounding path. This margin is referred to as the inset spacing.

    Type without inset spacing (left) compared to type with inset spacing (right)
    Type without inset spacing (left) compared to type with inset spacing (right)

To change the inset spacing:

  1. Select an area type object. (See Selecting type objects.)
  2. Choose Type > Area Type Options.
  3. Specify a value for Inset Spacing, and click OK.