Typography is one of the most creative aspects of graphic design, and CorelDRAW offers plenty of ways to explore text effects. In this article, we’ll guide you through the process of creating a text-inside-text effect, where one piece of text is placed within the shape of another. This technique is eye-catching and useful in various design projects, like posters, flyers, and logos.

Step 1: Open CorelDRAW and Set Up Your Workspace

1. Launch CorelDRAW and create a new document.
2. Press Shift + F4 to view the entire page.

Step 2: Create the Outer Text

1. From the toolbox, select the Text Tool or press F8 on your keyboard.
2. Click on the page and type the outer text—the larger text that will contain the smaller text. For example, type “FCA.”
3. Use the Pick Tool to select the text, then choose a bold font from the font dropdown. The bolder the font, the more space you’ll have to place the inner text.
4. Increase the font size to make the text prominent on your canvas.
5. Convert the text to curves by pressing Ctrl + Q or by right-clicking the text and selecting Convert to Curves.

Step 3: Remove Fill and Apply Outline

1. With the outer text still selected, right-click on any color in the color palette to apply an outline and remove the fill by selecting No Fill from the fill options.
2. Your text will now appear as an outlined shape, ready to hold the smaller text inside.

Step 4: Create the Inner Text

1. Again, select the Text Tool or press F8 and type the inner text that you want to fit inside the outer text. You can use a word, a paragraph, or even just a short phrase, depending on the space available.
2. After typing, resize the inner text by using the Pick Tool and dragging the corners until it fits inside the shape.
3. If needed, you can also adjust the font style and size for better aesthetics.

Step 5: Repetition of Text for Full Coverage

1. Once you are satisfied with the positioning, right-click the inner text and select Copy.
2. Press Ctrl + R to repeat the duplication process until the inside of the outer text is completely filled.
3. Adjust the placement of the duplicated text so that the entire area is covered evenly.

Step 6: Group and Align the Text

1. Select all the elements (both inner and outer text) by dragging a selection box around them or pressing Ctrl + A.
2. Group them together by pressing Ctrl + G.
3. To center the text on the page, press P on your keyboard, which will align it to the center of the workspace.

Step 7: Add Background and Final Adjustments

1. If you want to change the background color, double-click on the Rectangle Tool in the toolbox to create a rectangle that fits the page.
2. Apply a background color by selecting any color from the palette.
3. You can apply additional effects like gradients or shadows to the background or text for a more dynamic look.

Step 8: PowerClip the Inner Text

1. To place the inner text inside the outer text shape, use the PowerClip feature.
2. Select the inner text, right-click, and choose PowerClip Inside, then click on the outer text shape to place the inner text inside it.
3. Adjust the position by right-clicking on the PowerClip and selecting Edit PowerClip.
4. Once everything is properly aligned, finish the PowerClip by clicking Finish Editing.

Step 9: Final Touches

1. If needed, remove the outline of the outer text by right-clicking on the No Outline option in the color palette.
2. Make any final size adjustments and reposition the elements if necessary.
3. Press Shift + F4 to zoom out and view the entire design.

Conclusion

That’s how you can create a beautiful text-inside-text effect in CorelDRAW. This technique is not only fun but also adds a professional touch to your typography projects. Experiment with different fonts, colors, and inner texts to explore creative possibilities. We hope this article helped you learn something new today.

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