You can edit, save, rename, or delete a Gradient fill using the Fill panel Options pop-up menu and Edit Gradient dialog box.
Edit Gradient dialog box
To open the Edit Gradient dialog box:
1 | Select an object that has a Gradient fill or choose a Gradient from the Fill Category pop-up menu. |
2 | Choose Edit Gradient from the Fill panel Options pop-up menu. |
The Edit Gradient dialog box opens with the current Gradient in the color ramp and preview. | |
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To adjust the transition between colors in the fill:
Drag color swatches left or right.
To add a new color swatch to the gradient:
Click the area between the color ramp and the preview.
To remove a color swatch from the gradient:
Drag the swatch away from the Edit Gradient dialog box.
To change the color of a color swatch:
1 | Double-click the color swatch. |
2 | Choose a color from the Swatches pop-up menu. |
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When you have finished editing the Gradient, click OK in the Edit Gradient dialog box. The Gradient fill appears in any selected objects and becomes the active fill.