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abe_xixParticipating Frequently

Illustrator is adding images or deleting/removing design elements added when I save as a PDF. Is there a way to fix this?

I created a whole brand book, added images, design elements etc… all good. But when I save it as a PDF there are images added (even though it isn't there on the file) and some design elements get removed. It’s extremely frustrating. Any help is welco

szymon_5776Known Participant

Illustrator 30.0 lagging on MAC OS Tahoe 26.1

Illustrator 30.0 lagging on MAC OS Tahoe 26.1I won't write much. This issue has been contanstly talked about on the forums and on reddit for the past 3 months, which has been flagged by the developers.Hopefully, we will see a compatibility fix betwee

Kurt GoldCommunity Expert

Performance egg check

I am just testing if I can believe my eyes when I am posting in the new forum environment. I am not looking for an answer, don't ask me why. Edit: I see the answer is aye.

talos72Inspiring

Applying appearance at layer level affects visibility of the sublayers where the sublayers do not respond when turning visibility on or off

After applying an appearance style to a layer which contains multiple object sublayer, toggling the visibility of individual object layers on and off does not function properly. For example, If I turn off visibility on one of the object sublayers, t

Trisha5E13Known Participant

How to expand and combine mirror drawing for editing components separately

Hello, I have a design I created using the transform mirror tool. I created the guideline using the pen tool and reflection across that axis by drawing with the blob brush tool. Now that the design is finished, I don't know how to get everything that

Morgan_S5Participant

Can't get rid of live mirror axis

I created a live mirror using this line as an axis. I selected the line then went to Object> Repeat> Mirror and continued from there to create the photo below. Now I am stuck with no Idea how to get rid of that center line. How do I get rid of

timeflyer8Participant

I am needing some help in removing the background from an image that I have. I don't know how to post the image on here.

Hello, I have been trying, with no success, to remove the background from this image. It is a sticker that I copied and am now trying to remove the red and white backgrounds and get it cropped as close to the emblem as I can. I am using this image fo

Anshul_SainiCommunity Manager

Illustrator 27.3 | Enhancements to Intertwine, 3D Lighting, Image Trace and more!

Hi everyone,    We're excited to announce that Adobe Illustrator's latest update (version 27.3) is now available for download via Creative Cloud Desktop. This release offers a range of new features, including the ability to adjust the light

Rin RinParticipating Frequently

Unable to see prompt for saving file as Cloud Document

After I updated illustrator, when clicking “save as” there’s no longer a pop up asking if I want to save to creative cloud or onto my computer. It now only saves to my computer files. How can I fix this ??

ojoanParticipating Frequently

I keep having issues saving 100% black using illustrator or all my line work. When I re-open the files the colour defaults back to a dark grey. My files are CMYK not RGB. I can't figure out a solution.

I am creating my artwork in illustrator, my line work both stroke and fill need to be 100% black so I ensure that my CMYK is 100% K, I then save my file. When I re-open the file in illustrator the CMYK defaults to a dark grey every time. My output

abe_xixParticipating Frequently

Illustrator is adding images or deleting/removing design elements added when I save as a PDF. Is there a way to fix this?

I created a whole brand book, added images, design elements etc… all good. But when I save it as a PDF there are images added (even though it isn't there on the file) and some design elements get removed. It’s extremely frustrating. Any help is welco

szymon_5776Known Participant

Illustrator 30.0 lagging on MAC OS Tahoe 26.1

Illustrator 30.0 lagging on MAC OS Tahoe 26.1I won't write much. This issue has been contanstly talked about on the forums and on reddit for the past 3 months, which has been flagged by the developers.Hopefully, we will see a compatibility fix betwee

Kurt GoldCommunity Expert

Performance egg check

I am just testing if I can believe my eyes when I am posting in the new forum environment. I am not looking for an answer, don't ask me why. Edit: I see the answer is aye.

talos72Inspiring

Applying appearance at layer level affects visibility of the sublayers where the sublayers do not respond when turning visibility on or off

After applying an appearance style to a layer which contains multiple object sublayer, toggling the visibility of individual object layers on and off does not function properly. For example, If I turn off visibility on one of the object sublayers, t

Trisha5E13Known Participant

How to expand and combine mirror drawing for editing components separately

Hello, I have a design I created using the transform mirror tool. I created the guideline using the pen tool and reflection across that axis by drawing with the blob brush tool. Now that the design is finished, I don't know how to get everything that

Morgan_S5Participant

Can't get rid of live mirror axis

I created a live mirror using this line as an axis. I selected the line then went to Object> Repeat> Mirror and continued from there to create the photo below. Now I am stuck with no Idea how to get rid of that center line. How do I get rid of

timeflyer8Participant

I am needing some help in removing the background from an image that I have. I don't know how to post the image on here.

Hello, I have been trying, with no success, to remove the background from this image. It is a sticker that I copied and am now trying to remove the red and white backgrounds and get it cropped as close to the emblem as I can. I am using this image fo

Rin RinParticipating Frequently

Unable to see prompt for saving file as Cloud Document

After I updated illustrator, when clicking “save as” there’s no longer a pop up asking if I want to save to creative cloud or onto my computer. It now only saves to my computer files. How can I fix this ??

ojoanParticipating Frequently

I keep having issues saving 100% black using illustrator or all my line work. When I re-open the files the colour defaults back to a dark grey. My files are CMYK not RGB. I can't figure out a solution.

I am creating my artwork in illustrator, my line work both stroke and fill need to be 100% black so I ensure that my CMYK is 100% K, I then save my file. When I re-open the file in illustrator the CMYK defaults to a dark grey every time. My output

robs656Participant

Error message when using Make Pattern tool

I've used the "Make Pattern" hundreds of time before, but now when I select an object and click "Make Pattern" I only get an error message that says "Can't define a new pattern from the current art." The current art is litterally just an ellipse, not

Anshul_SainiCommunity Manager

Illustrator 27.3 | Enhancements to Intertwine, 3D Lighting, Image Trace and more!

Hi everyone,    We're excited to announce that Adobe Illustrator's latest update (version 27.3) is now available for download via Creative Cloud Desktop. This release offers a range of new features, including the ability to adjust the light

HARSHIKA_VERMACommunity Manager

Artboard Enhancements in Illustrator

Hey everyone!With the latest release, Illustrator’s engineering team has rolled out exciting artboard enhancements—shaped directly by your feedback. These updates bring faster setup, clearer canvas control, and export precision you can rely on. U

PreranCommunity Manager

Artboard Enhancements in IllustratorBlog

Hey everyone!With the latest release, Illustrator’s engineering team has rolled out exciting artboard enhancements—shaped directly by your feedback. These updates bring faster setup, clearer canvas control, and export precision you can rely on. U

anubhavmajumderCommunity Manager

Snapping enhancements in Illustrator

Hey everyone!With the latest release, Illustrator’s engineering team has rolled out exciting artboard enhancements - shaped directly by your feedback. These updates bring faster setup, clearer canvas control, and export precision you can rely on.

anubhavmajumderCommunity Manager

Illustrator 2026 v30.0 | Font Browser, Color, Snapping & Artboards Enhancements, Turntable and more

Illustrator 2026 v30.0 | Font Browser, Color, Snapping & Artboards Enhancements, Turntable and more

Hello Illustrator community! We’re thrilled to announce the release of Adobe Illustrator 2026 v30.0 (MAX). This update introduces a refreshed font browser, advanced color and snapping tools, improved artboard management, and exciting new features li

anubhavmajumderCommunity Manager

Image displaying the contextual tool bar in Adobe Illustrator

Contextual Task Bar in Illustrator 2025 — Quick Actions when you need them

We’ve introduced the Contextual Task Bar to make your workflow faster and more intuitive. This floating bar appears near the object you select and gives you quick access to the most relevant next actions—so you can stay focused on your design withou

Srishti BaliCommunity Manager

Enjoy faster, smoother experience with Performance Improvements in Illustrator

Hey everyone! We know that performance is essential to your creative workflow in Adobe Illustrator, and we’re excited to share our ongoing efforts to enhance the application's speed and responsiveness. You will experience noticeable improvemen

Anubhav MCommunity Manager

Illustrator 2026 v30.0 | Font Browser, Color, Snapping & Artboards Enhancements, Turntable and more

Hey everyone! We’re excited to announce the release of Adobe Illustrator 2026 v30.0 (MAX) - now available via Creative Cloud Desktop! This update brings a refreshed font browser, smoother gradients with dithering and perceptual blending, enhanced s

HARSHIKA_VERMACommunity Manager

Illustrator v29.5 | Performance Enhancements, Vector Graphics, Unique Patterns, and Crisp Creations

Hey everyone! Illustrator v29.5 is here with exciting performance upgrades, Generative Shape Fill, Creative Patterns inspired by your feedback. Please check what's new to learn more about this release.  Update now to experience these improvemen

Anubhav MCommunity Manager

Meet the New Font Browser in Illustrator 2026 v30.0

Hey everyone! Browsing for fonts in Illustrator is more powerful; all your fonts at your fingertips with the ability to seamlessly browse your local and Adobe fonts, search by keyword and theme, apply filters based on font language and other charac

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