Removing envelopes

You can remove envelopes by releasing them or expanding them. Releasing the envelope creates two separate objects: the envelope content in its original state and the mesh object. The mesh object is above the envelope content in the stacking order.

Expanding an envelope removes the envelope from the object, but the object retains its deformed state. For information on expanding an envelope pattern or fill, see Setting envelope options.

To release an envelope:

Select the envelope in the artwork, and choose Object > Envelope Distort > Release.

To expand an envelope:

Select the envelope in the artwork, and choose Object > Envelope Distort > Expand.