Beta Release Notes - Beta Build 30.4.0.159

Hello :) 

Latest Beta Build 30.4.0.159 is now available in CCD. We have below fixes in this build:
 

• Sketch to Vector

Introducing Sketch to Vector, a faster, more flexible way to convert sketches or images into usable vector or raster artwork directly in Illustrator. Refine a sketch, turn it into an illustration or reimagine any image using just a prompt. Use the creativity slider to control how closely the output matches the original image.

Unleash your creativity using any raster image. Start with a sketch, scan, photo, or similar input, and generate artwork based on your intent. We encourage you to test this feature across a range of scenarios and workflows. Some identified use cases are listed below but the possibilities are endless.
 

• Sketch refinement: Turn rough sketches into more refined outputs
• Sketch to illustration: Convert rough sketches into filled artwork
• Photo to vector: Transform photos into stylized vector illustrations with more personalized results and the ability to explore different styles
• Sketch to photo: Generate photo-like outputs from simple sketches

 
How to use:
1.        Select a sketch or image as input.
2.        Open Sketch to Vector from the supported entry points in Illustrator (Contextual Task Bar, Properties Panel, Control Panel, Right click menu, Object Menu --> Generative menu and Generative menu in the Toolbar --> Create artwork from an image).
3.        Describe actions or refinements using the prompt and adjusting the settings. Available model options include GPT Image 4o, GPT Image 1.5, Gemini 2.5 (Nano Banana) and Gemini 3 (Nano Banana Pro).
4.        Click on Generate.

Important points to note:

1.        You must start with a raster image to use Sketch to Vector.
2.        Sketch to Vector will use the original image as a reference even when used on a generated object (raster or vector).
3.        Outputs are generated on top of the selected image, so your original image remains unaltered.

Try it now in Beta and share feedback to help shape what's next.

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• Illustrator MCP Server

Connect Illustrator to AI tools like Cursor, Claude Code, and others. Using the Model Context Protocol (MCP), these tools can work directly with your Illustrator documents and perform actions using Illustrator’s native capabilities. Please refer to the attached video for a better understanding.

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• Align Center (Both Axes):

Resolved the feedback from Beta community

1. Align Center (Both Axes) is now available in control panel
2. Align Center (Both Axes) is now available in Object menu > Align sub menu and appears under menu in keyboard shortcuts.