Illustrator - Underline Text

This method is best for body text or quick edits where you don't need special styling.

This is a hidden gem. It adds an underline as an effect, meaning you can edit the text without breaking the line. illustrator underline text

For logos, posters, or headlines, you usually want a custom underline that doesn't touch the letters. This method is best for body text or

Always remember to ( Ctrl/Cmd + G ) your text and your custom underline shapes together once you are happy with the alignment. This prevents your beautiful typography from falling apart if you move the text box later! illustrator underline text