best way to curve a gradient?

[Boldline]

What would be the best way to curve a gradient. For example, in this situation, I'd want the gradient to curve with the text

I know I could use the warp tool, but that does not affect the gradient, just the shape the gradient is within.

[VectorStyler]

@Boldline You can curve it separately (will not follow the text, but can be made similar manually).

Use the gradient shape tool for this:

[Li Xiao]

@Boldline
I used two methods; I'm not sure which one you prefer.

gradient.vstyler

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@Boldline

as vectorstyler mentioned the Gradient Shape Tool
i made a video here
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