Fill object with multiple instances of a symbol.

[Matthewbutcher946]

Hi, in my job I often need to fill spaces with multiple instances of a symbol with no overlaps or cut off such as this: 

Used on sequin boards and similar items. In the example I have placed the '2's one at a time but wondering if anyone knows of a way I can do this automatically to speed up my work?

[Met1]

This was just asked and answered recently, do a search on the forum, or google.

[Matthewbutcher946]

Thats great, I don't suppose you have a link?  I did a search prior to posting but didn't find anything and tried again now., not seeing it. Or if you read the answered post give me a hint to help?

[Met1]

i forget, but it's probably a Jongware scipt!

[Monika Gause]

This is the thread https://community.adobe.com/t5/illustrator/help-creating-a-symbol-map/m-p/12142826#M281405

[Monika Gause]

Try the plugin Stylism

[Matthewbutcher946]

Thanks, just trying the trial now. 

[femkeblanco]

Hi @Monika Gause 

Is this the plugin?  https://astutegraphics.com/plugins/stylism

I ask because there is no mention of symbols in the specs or demo video. 

[Monika Gause]

Sorry, I mangles all those isms. It's not Stylism, but Stipplism.

[pixxxelschubser]

From my bookmarks:

@Jongware  RIP   CicleFill

[Ann] Design effect - image made of perfectly arranged circles

After the script use another one:

Copy to Object(s) by Nathaniel Vaughn Kelso

(this is old but should work with symbols)