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title: "Text Spline Object"
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description: "This page describes the Text spline object in Cinema 4D. It converts typed text in any font into spline outlines — the starting point for extruded logos …"
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# Text Spline Object

> **Note:** **What is it about?**
>
> This page describes the **Text spline object** in **Cinema 4D**. It converts typed text in any font into spline outlines — the starting point for extruded logos and type, with kerning, alignment and separation options.

![Image: 001655.jpg](https://help.maxon.net/c4d/en-us/Content/Resources/Images/001655.jpg)

You can add letters, characters and any other piece of text using this type of spline. Simply choose a font and type the text into the spline's Text box.