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November 26, 2012
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Converting .ACO file to .ASE file

  • November 26, 2012
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Is there a way to convert a .aco file to a .ase file so it can be imported into Illustrator 5.5? The .aco file was generated by Photoshop CS 5.5.

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    Correct answer Mike_Gondek10189183

    Yes. Load the .aso swatches into Photoshop, then use swatches palette > > Save swatches for exchange to make a .ase. You can then in Illustrator swatches >> open swatch library >> other library.

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    Participant
    March 14, 2017

    In 2017, you still need this behemoth called Adobe Photoshop to convert .aco palettes to use in other Adobe applications. I mean, the same company develops said applications yet you cannot use their proprietary formats between apps? Sheer incompetence from a highly profitable, highly staffed company. SMH!

    Mike_Gondek10189183
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    Mike_Gondek10189183Community ExpertCorrect answer
    Community Expert
    November 26, 2012

    Yes. Load the .aso swatches into Photoshop, then use swatches palette > > Save swatches for exchange to make a .ase. You can then in Illustrator swatches >> open swatch library >> other library.

    Participant
    November 26, 2012

    Thanks, Mike. That solved my problem.

    Paul