How to Create Text on a Circle or Path in CorelDRAW

Rakesh Bhardwaj 2nd January 2025 in CorelDraw Tagged CircularText, CorelDraw, CorelDRAWTips, DesignTutorial, GraphicDesign, LogoDesign, TextOnPath - 3 Minutes

Adding text to a circular path or any custom path is a useful and creative feature in CorelDRAW that can enhance your designs, whether for logos, labels, or decorative elements. This blog post will walk you through the steps to achieve this effect, along with tips for customization and alignment.

How to Create Text on a Circle or Path in CorelDRAW

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Create a Circular Path

Select the Ellipse Tool from the toolbox.
Hold down the Ctrl key while dragging to create a perfect circle. Release the key after completing the shape.
You can resize or reposition the circle as needed.

2. Prepare Your Text

Type your desired text using the Text Tool.
Copy the text using Ctrl + C so it’s ready to be placed on the path.

3. Attach Text to the Circle

Click on the circle near its edge using the Text Tool.
Hover until you see the “Edge” or “Borda” option appear.
Paste your text using Ctrl + V. The text will align itself to the path automatically.

4. Customize the Text on Path

Adjust the font, size, and color as required.
Use the Pick Tool to move the text along the path. A small red circle near the text lets you drag and position it.

5. Advanced Formatting Options

Spacing Between Letters: Use the Shape Tool to adjust the spacing between the letters for a cleaner appearance.
Distance from the Path: Adjust the text’s position relative to the path by dragging it closer or further away.
Reversing Text Orientation: Use the mirroring options to flip the text horizontally or vertically if needed.

6. Adding Another Line of Text

Create a duplicate of the circle or draw a new one for the second line of text.
Repeat the above steps for attaching and formatting text.
Ensure alignment by using guidelines from the ruler to maintain symmetry.

7. Final Adjustments

Once the text position and formatting are finalized, you can remove the circle if it’s only needed for placement.
- To do this, select the circle using Ctrl + click and delete it.
For permanent placement, convert the text to curves, ensuring the path dependency is removed.

8. Using Custom Paths

Create a unique path using the Pen Tool or any shape.
Repeat the same process to attach text, ensuring the text follows the contour of your path.

Pro Tips

Always keep the path as a backup until the design is finalized for easier adjustments.
Use the Alignment Guides to ensure your text is perfectly aligned for a polished look.
Experiment with different fonts and sizes to find the best fit for your design.

Applications

Logos: Add text around a logo for branding purposes.
Labels: Use this technique for decorative borders on product labels.
Art Projects: Enhance custom shapes with meaningful text.

By following these steps, you can leverage the versatility of CorelDRAW to create captivating designs with text paths. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced user, this technique is a great addition to your design toolkit.