How Do You Distribute Equally in Illustrator?

To distribute objects equally in Illustrator, you select the objects and use the distribution tools. This ensures an even amount of space between them, either horizontally or vertically.

How to Distribute Objects Equally

Here's a breakdown of how to distribute objects evenly in Adobe Illustrator, drawing from the provided reference:

Steps for Even Distribution

1. Select the Objects:

   • Click and drag over all the objects you wish to distribute. This selects all items simultaneously.

2. Use the Align Panel:

   • Go to Window > Align to open the Align panel if it isn’t already visible.

3. Choose Distribution Options:

   • The Align panel provides several distribution options:
   • Horizontal Distribution: This distributes objects evenly along a horizontal axis.
   • Vertical Distribution: This distributes objects evenly along a vertical axis.
   • The reference confirms that the distribution works the same way whether you're working horizontally or vertically [0:30, 0:52].

4. Click the Relevant Distribution Icon:

   • Click the icon for the type of distribution you want. For example:
     • Click Horizontal Distribute Space to evenly space objects horizontally.
     • Click Vertical Distribute Space to evenly space objects vertically.

Understanding the Distribution

• Spacing: Illustrator calculates the total space needed to fit all the selected objects and distributes this space evenly between each object [0:30].
• Axis: Distributing along the horizontal or vertical axis ensures that objects are aligned and evenly spaced, based on their bounding boxes.

Practical Insights

• Consistent Spacing: The method ensures consistent spacing for visually appealing and professional designs.
• Flexibility: You can use this technique for any group of objects of varying sizes.
• Efficiency: Distributing objects with the panel saves time and effort compared to manual placement.