How to Fill Text with an Image in Adobe InDesign

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Here’s a simple and quick guide on how to fill text with an image using the app’s AI tool or Generative AI in Adobe InDesign:

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1. To fill text with an image using generative AI in Adobe InDesign, first convert your text into an outline by going to 'Type' → 'Create Outlines.'
2. Once done, convert your outline into a graphic frame by going to 'Object' → 'Content' → 'Graphic.'
3. Open the 'Text-to-Image' or 'Generative AI' panel from the Window menu.
4. Type a prompt describing the image or design you want to fill the text with. Then, click 'Generate' to create images.
5. A dialog box will appear to show the progress of your prompt’s generation.
6. Once done, with the text still selected, choose a design from the generated images to fill your text. Notice how the text updates as you select different designs.
7. You have successfully filled your text with an image using the app’s AI tool.