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| Issue | Solution | | :--- | :--- | | Shortcut does nothing | Make sure you're using the and text is highlighted. | | Text isn't live (outlined) | Underlines only work on live text. Outlined text cannot be underlined. | | Shortcut conflicts with OS | Disable the conflicting OS shortcut or change Illustrator's shortcut (see steps above). |
Adobe Illustrator is the industry-standard vector graphics software used by designers worldwide. A core component of design within the application is typography. While Illustrator offers robust typographic controls—ranging from kerning and tracking to advanced OpenType features—certain elementary functions are not immediately accessible via keyboard shortcuts. A prime example is the "Underline Text" function. Unlike its sibling applications, InDesign and Photoshop, Illustrator does not ship with a pre-assigned default shortcut for underlining text. This paper explores the methods available to execute this command and advocates for the customization of the workspace to enhance efficiency. illustrator underline text shortcut
Some users prefer utilizing the Control key on Mac or an unused function key. | Issue | Solution | | :--- |
Sometimes the shortcut is overridden by your operating system or another application. Here's how to check or change it: | | Shortcut conflicts with OS | Disable