Fitting Existing Text to Object (Path)

Vector text can be combined with an object so that the text conforms to the shape of that object.

Let's say you've got some vector text created and you decide you'd like it to be displayed on a curve, rather than straight. Rather than starting over, you can convert your existing text to a curve!

Using the tool of your choice, create either a vector line object, or a shape object. In the example I chose to create a bezier curve.

Once your curve is created, and adjusted to your taste, select the Object Selector tool. While holding in the Shift key, click on the text and the object, to group them. A bounding box should now enclose both the text and the object.

Right click on the grouped object and select Fit Text to Path from the pop-up menu to make your text jump to the line! To place your text on the opposite side of the path right click on the image with the Object Selector tool. Select Node Edit > Edit > Reverse Path or Node Edit > Edit > Reverse Contour from the pop-up menu. Note, when using Reverse Path you can click anywhere inside of the working canvas, but to use Reverse Contour you must first click on a node or the option will be greyed out.

The line can be 'turned off' the same way you eliminate a vector shape from the image. Locate the layer that contains your text and line. Expand the layer and click the Visibility button of the line so that it appears crossed out.

Another option is to leave the line for effect, convert the entire layer to a raster layer and add a drop shadow or other effect!

Victory with Vectors; or How to Create Curved Text with PSP7
Victory with Vectors; or How to Create Curved Text with PSP7
Convert text to Curves