How to Wrap Text Around a Cylinder in Adobe Illustrator

In this Adobe Illustrator tutorial, you’ll learn how to wrap text around a cylinder using a flexible, non-destructive 3D workflow. The text is converted to outlines and mapped onto a 3D shape using Symbols and the 3D Classic Extrude and Bevel effect, allowing you to adjust the 3D settings and mapping at any stage. This technique is ideal for creating cylindrical text effects for typography, posters, logos, and graphic design layouts where you need control over perspective and depth. You’ll see how to prepare layered text, map it accurately using Map Art, and refine the result through the Appearance panel without rebuilding the effect from scratch.

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