Text to Pattern (beta): Create and edit detailed Vector Patterns with Text Prompts

[Anshul_Saini]

Harness the power of Text to Pattern (beta) to effortlessly craft distinctive vector designs that enhance your artwork. Describe your desired pattern, adjust creative settings, and let Illustrator generate multiple variations for you to choose from. Once selected, edit to your own unique style and seamlessly integrate your chosen pattern into your swatch library.

With the latest version of Illustrator 2025 v29.0, you can now

Set the density level for creating patterns under view in all settings. Access Text to Pattern (beta) directly from the Swatches panel. Reset the color and tone settings from the options menu.

Note:

Text to Pattern (beta), formerly part of Text to Vector Graphic (beta), is now a standalone feature.

Try it in the app Follow along with a sample file to learn how to quickly generate a vector pattern.

Open Illustrator

Check out our tutorial for a firsthand look at it in action

Multiple Access Points

Access Text to Pattern (beta) from various locations: Object Menu > Pattern > Generate Patterns Window Menu > Generate Patterns Properties/ Control/ Appearance Panel > Fill > Generate Patterns (beta)

Craft Brand-Ready Patterns Effortlessly

Rapidly generate patterns using everyday language. These patterns can be seamlessly integrated into your brand system. With this feature, you have the flexibility to incorporate up to 12 brand colors or select a color preset that resonates with your preferences. Furthermore, you can precisely control the color palette of your pattern, limiting it to a max 30 colors. Your brand's visual identity, simplified and perfected.

Enhance Your Creation With Effects

Enhance your creations by selecting and applying a Effects, such as geometric, flat design, or doodle styles. Simply choose "Add Effects" and customize your artwork with ease.

Enhance & Customize Generated Patterns

When it comes to editing generated patterns, you have two convenient options: Click the three dots on the generated pattern, then select "Edit Pattern" from the dropdown menu. Alternatively, double-click any pattern swatch in the Swatches panel (located under Window > Swatches). This will open the Pattern Options dialog, allowing you to meticulously fine-tune all settings to your liking.

Manage & Preserve Generated Patterns

Experiment with different variations and choose the one that best fits your design goals. All previewed variations are automatically saved as pattern swatches in the Generated Patterns folder within the Swatches panel (Window > Swatches) for future use. These swatches can be used just like any other pattern swatch.

Shape the Future with Your Feedback

Improve, innovate, and influence! Your opinions matter. Rate the generated variations as a "Good Result" or a "Bad Result" by clicking on the three dots within the variation's dropdown menu. You can choose to include the text prompt and generated pattern in your feedback.

For more details & FAQs about this new feature, please click here.

We’d love to hear from you!

Try out the new "Text to Pattern (beta)" feature and let us know your thoughts. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need more tips!

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[Michael Ambroise]

Many thanks !

[GeekyGirlRex]

The text to pattern creator is CRAZY GOOD! Love it.

[Sarah Schweiger]

The best, use it all the time now.

[Daniel Kramer]

Really cool!!

[headTrix Training]

This is pretty neat! Works great for creating some nice creative backgrounds quickly and for free!

[headTrix Training]

I just realized I commented on this in July, but my name says analytical mischief??? not sure how that happened

[@mj]

Ooh, Pattern Gens are fun!

[KShinabery212]

It would be great if you could edit one element in a pattern and then it updates the pattern.

[OussK]

Wow a super cool feature 

[Mo Alani]

Awesome! 

[Francesco Della Peruta]

Really cool! Thanks

[DeanUtian]

Adding my stamp of approval 🙂

[Nick Gioia]

Sweet Adds!

[@mj]

You guys are making it super fun.

Anybody recall what a mission it was to create seamless patterns a few years ago?

mj

iMSD

[jane-e]

@Anshul_Saini 

I tried to watch the video, but it's blocked me. You can see my avatar showing that I am signed in. 🙁

Jane

(Community Expert)

[Monika Gause]

I've experienced that with a different video recently. But then couple days later, I can see it. I think it's youtube having a hiccup.

[jane-e]

Thank you Monika — I'll try again later! 😊

Jane

[Tina_Irvine]

Very cool!!