Underlining in Illustrator is broken by default. But that is actually a gift.

When he sent the proof over, the client called within minutes. "It’s perfect," she said. "I don't know how you made a simple underline look so high-end." Sam smiled, saved his file, and finally reached for his cold cup of coffee. 🎨 How to Underline in Illustrator

He decided to go a step further. Instead of using the automated button, he grabbed the . He drew a custom stroke beneath the specials, giving it a slightly textured brush finish to match the bistro’s rustic vibe. He opened the Stroke Panel , rounded the caps, and lowered the opacity.

In the Rectangle dialog, set:

Only use this for spreadsheets or boring forms. Never use this for logos, posters, or display type.

This prevents the line from crossing through letters like "p" or "q." If you'd like, I can help you: Find the for text styling. Learn how to remove underlines from specific words. Explore advanced stroke techniques for unique designs.