Procreate Text and Typography

Question 1

How do you add text to a canvas in Procreate?

Accepted Answer

Go to Actions (wrench icon) > Add > Add Text

Answer

Text is added in Procreate via the Actions menu (wrench icon) under Add > Add Text, which creates a new editable text layer.

Question 2

What icon appears on text layers in the Layers panel in Procreate?

Accepted Answer

A 'T' icon

Answer

Text layers display a 'T' icon in the Layers panel to distinguish them from regular pixel layers.

Question 3

What does rasterizing a text layer in Procreate do?

Accepted Answer

Converts it to a pixel-based image, making it non-editable as text

Answer

Rasterizing converts a text layer into a pixel image, which allows painting or effects but removes the ability to edit the text content or font.

Question 4

What does the 'Leading' setting control in Procreate's text editor?

Accepted Answer

The vertical spacing between lines of text

Answer

Leading controls the vertical space between lines in a multi-line text block, allowing you to tighten or loosen line spacing.

Question 5

Which font file formats can be imported into Procreate to add custom fonts?

Accepted Answer

.ttf and .otf

Answer

Procreate supports importing TrueType (.ttf) and OpenType (.otf) font files to expand the available font library.

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