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efiorello2014
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July 8, 2023
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Adding an offset path/stroke to a 3d object

  • July 8, 2023
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I have created a simple 3D image of a pair of dice in Illustrator. I want to add a white outline around both objects so I can make it look like a sticker. I tried expanding the appearance and adding a stroke but that didn't work. Any suggestions would be helpful!

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Monika Gause
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Monika GauseCommunity Expert
Community Expert
July 8, 2023

3D & materials?

In that case: you do not need to expand them.

Group them

In the appearance panel add a new stroke to the group

Apply Effect > Path > Outline object to that stroke

Move the stroke behind the Contents in the Appearance panel.

 

Monika Gause
Community Expert
Monika GauseCommunity Expert
Community Expert
July 8, 2023

For 3D Classic:

Group them

Add a new stroke to the group

Move the stroke below the Contents.

Apply Effect > Pathfinder > Add to the stroke

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efiorello2014Author
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July 8, 2023

That doesn't seem to work for me unfortunately. When I apply the stroke, it applies to both objects, not the group. Also when I apply an outline object, the stroke gets very jagged in certain spots.

 

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