Easily Customize a Font with this Tool!

Introduction

Typography enthusiasts and designers, if you’ve been wondering how you can customize typography with just one tool, let me show you some tips! The pencil tool in Adobe Illustrator is truly underrated. Here’s how you can make the most of it:

Adjust Letters to Fit Brand Tone

Firstly, you can adjust letters that are already there to transform them and fit the tone of the brand. Just like this:

Example: Adjusting the curves or angles to give a more playful or corporate feel

Cut and Add Details

Secondly, use the pencil tool to cut away parts of a letter. You can then add additional parts to make it completely unique to the business.

Example: Cutting the arm of a ‘T’ and replacing it with a custom-designed flourish

Learn More Techniques

Thirdly, if you want to learn how to do this and more techniques, I’ve got a dedicated course. You can learn to harness the power of the pencil tool and take your designs to the next level.

Head to the link in my bio for more information.

With these tips, you can start turning any standard typography into a custom piece that truly represents the brand’s personality.