How do I add an outline to text in Inkscape?

To add an outline to text in Inkscape, you need to use the Fill and Stroke menu.

Here's a breakdown of how to do it:

1. Select your text object. Make sure the text you want to outline is selected.

2. Open the Fill and Stroke menu. You can usually find this under the "Object" menu at the top of the Inkscape window, or by pressing Shift + Ctrl + F.

3. Go to the "Stroke paint" tab. In the Fill and Stroke menu, there are tabs for "Fill," "Stroke paint," and "Stroke style." Select "Stroke paint."

4. Activate the stroke. In the "Stroke paint" tab, click on the first icon, which is a solid color (usually a flat color). This will activate the stroke (outline) around your text.

5. Choose a stroke color. Select the color you want for your outline from the color palette at the bottom of the screen or by using the color wheel within the Fill and Stroke menu.

6. Adjust the stroke width (outline thickness). Go to the "Stroke style" tab. Here, you can change the "Width" value to increase or decrease the thickness of the outline. Experiment with different values to achieve the desired effect.

By following these steps, you can easily add and customize outlines to text in Inkscape.