Add text on a path in Pixelmator Pro on iPad
You can add text to a vector path or shape.
Add text on a freeform path
Use the Freeform Type tool draw a freeform path and insert text along it.
In Pixelmator Pro on iPad, swipe down from the top of the screen to reveal the menu bar, then choose Tools > Type > Freeform Type.
Draw a path in the canvas, as you would with the Freeform Pen tool, then press Return.
Double-tap the placeholder text, then type in the text box.
When you’re finished typing, tap outside of the text box.
If the text box is too small to display all the text you entered, drag the clipping indicator to show more text.
Add text on a path drawn with anchor points
Use the Path Type tool to draw a vector path with anchor points and insert text it.
In Pixelmator Pro on iPad, swipe down from the top of the screen to reveal the menu bar, then choose Tools > Type > Path Type.
Tap in the canvas to create a path with anchor points, as you would with the Pen tool, then press Return.
Double-tap the placeholder text, then type in the text box.
When you’re finished typing, tap outside of the text box.
Add text on circular path
Use the Circular Type tool to add curved or circular text lines.
In Pixelmator Pro on iPad, swipe down from the top of the screen to reveal the menu bar, then choose Tools > Type > Circular Type.
Draw a circle on the canvas, as you would with the Shape tool.
Double-tap the placeholder text, then type in the text box.
When you’re finished typing, tap outside of the text box.