How to Add a Texture in Illustrator

Adding a texture to an object in Adobe Illustrator can be done in a few simple steps. Here is how:

1. Open Adobe Illustrator and create a new document. 2. Draw the object that you want to add a texture to using the shape tools or the pen tool. 3. Select the object by clicking on it with the Selection Tool (black arrow). 4. Open the Appearance panel by going to Window > Appearance. 5. In the Appearance panel, click on the "Effects" button at the bottom and select "Texture" from the dropdown menu. 6. Choose the type of texture you want to add by clicking on the "Texture" dropdown menu and selecting a texture option. You can choose from options like Grain, Stucco, Sandstone, etc. 7. Adjust the settings of the texture by clicking on the "Texture Options" button. Here, you can adjust the scale, contrast, and other options to fine-tune the texture. 8. Once you are satisfied with the texture, click "OK" to apply it to the object.

That's it! You have successfully added a texture to an object in Adobe Illustrator. You can experiment with different textures and settings to create a unique look for your design.