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Hi, I am trying to change the Font of the contents of a TextFrame, however when doing so, Illustrator crashes.I am fairly sure the code is correct, as it correctly replaces the *text* of the TextFrame, just not it's Font.Below is the snippit in question:  # Find and modify the text object text_modified = False for item in target_layer.PageItems: if item.typename == "TextFrame": # Check if the item is a text object # Update the text content item.TextRange.Contents = new_text_content print(f"Successfully changed Text to '{new_text_content}'") # Change the font of the text object try: # Get the exact font name (ensure this is the correct name from the list) desired_font = app.TextFonts[new_font_name] # Apply the font to the entire text range item.TextRange.CharacterAttributes.TextFont

Hey,I'm making some shapes using my Pen Tool by "draging" and after I'm done and I select whole shape, I can't see the handles. I do see one of them when I click a particular point before. But I want to see all handles in this shape. What am I doing wrong?

I have a problem with the Illustrator program, it does not work smoothlyThere is a slowness in selecting any shape, whether by the (selection tool) or (direct selection) It is not limited to shapes, even when selecting texts, when I want to select any text, it takes about two seconds to be selected, and if I move the arrow before the two seconds, what I selected moves to another place !! I've really done everything.At first I emptied the Recycle BinI restarted the deviceI erased the cashies filesI emptied all the contents of the device into an external hard diskI deleted the Illustrator and reloaded itI downloaded Adobe's cleaning tool and deleted all the programs and reloaded them Nothing worked for me, I ended up doing a factory reset of the device !!And the surprise is that the problem is still ongoing, what more can I do!! I wasted a lot of time and was late in delivering the work that I have toI'm so upset and I can't work. 

Context:I exported Plan.pdf from Rhino 7 using the vectorized PDF export option. During the export, I ensured that the layers from Rhino were included because I need to further edit the document while preserving its structure.The Issue:When I open the PDF in Adobe Reader, the layers appear properly and function as expected.However, when I open the same file in Adobe Illustrator, the layers are not recognized or do not appear.This is problematic as I need the layers in Illustrator to further edit the document.Attachments:Plan.pdf – the exported PDF file.A - screenshot from Adobe Reader, showing the layers are displayed correctly.B - screenshot from Adobe Illustrator, showing the layers are missing or unrecognized.4. C - screenshot from Rhino 7, showing export options when printing a Layout.Questions:Is there a specific setting or workflow I should use when exporting from Rhino 7 to ensure Illustrator recognizes the layers?Is this a known limitation, or is there a workaround to make

Hi..I have attached two snips here. I have to know the three equal parts of the square, so i decided to draw 4 lines starting from right corner to the left corner of the square (snip 3) and then made the square as key object and aligned the 4 lines to distribute horizontal centre..I expect that first line and last line will be on each corner and the between two lines will be distributed equally giving me a reference for 3 equal part of the square..but i dont get the expected result when i do that, instead all the lines are aligning together to the centre of the square (snip 4)...since it is a square i can easily calculate measure and divide it..but sometime i use this in other shapes and there also i get this problem...i dont know what i am doing wrong here...would be great if I get a solution..thank you..

I have a simple script that saves my current document as a low resolution PDF into a specific folder.Only issue is after using this script (or even saving manually) the current open document in Illustrator becomes this saved PDF document. I want to essentially save as copy.I cant any documentation of the scripting of Save as copy.How could I edit this script to Save as Copy, not Save as.#target illustrator-23 // The active document var doc = app.activeDocument; // The path of the original document var originalDocPath = doc.path; // The name of the original document var originalDocName = doc.name; // Get just the file name. Ignore the file extension .pdf and .ai originalDocName = originalDocName.replace(/\.pdf|\.ai/gi, "") // Save as Low Res + create folder if it doesnt exist var path = originalDocPath.path; var LOWRES = Folder(originalDocPath + "/Low Res"); if(!LOWRES.exists){ LOWRES.create(); } // Setup pdf save options var LOWRESopts = new PDFSaveOptions(); //

Hello, friends on the forum. I have two questions related to using Variables in Adobe Illustrator. I understand how to Load Variables from a *.xml and *.csv file. My question relates to this: Can you load variables from a *.csv file and set the Data Set names automatically? I can do this from a *.xml file, but I do not know the syntax, if any, for this in a *.csv file.My second question is, is it possible to use the Data Sets with the Batch command and set the target to Export for Screens? I have tried using the Ovenide Acton "Export" Commands check box in the Batch settings, but I cannot get anything to work. It seems like my Batch replaces the last saved versions of each iteration.Thanks for any help.

So I have a filled rectangle with some words within.I want to warp this, so the rectangle and text wave like a flying flagExcept, when I apply Effects>Warp> Flag... the preview is grayed out and no matter what settings I make, nothing happens, nothing is applied.I've tried, creating outlines then trying, saving as eps they trying, Saving as a jpg and then trying.  No matter what, NONE of the warp effects is working for me`What am I missing.  ThanksiMacIllustrator CC 22.1

This code will generate Cyan tints labled on a page with an 1/8" bleed for commercial printing applications. var i = 0;var ii = 0;var y = 0;var x = 0;var ccount = 0;var aDoc = app.documents.add();for (; i < 374; ) {if (x == 0 && y == 0) {var Rect = aDoc.pathItems.rectangle(y - 9, x - 9, 36 + 9, -36 - 9)} else {if (y == 0 && x > 1 && i < 16) {var Rect = aDoc.pathItems.rectangle(y - 9, x, 36, -36 - 9)} else {if (y == 0 && x == 576) {var Rect = aDoc.pathItems.rectangle(y - 9, x, 36 + 9, -36 - 9)} else {if (x == 0 && i < 342) {var Rect = aDoc.pathItems.rectangle(y, x -9 , 36 + 9, -36)} else {if (i == 357) {var Rect = aDoc.pathItems.rectangle(y, x - 9, 36 + 9, -36 - 9)} else {if (i > 357 && i < 373) {var Rect = aDoc.pathItems.rectangle(y, x, 36, -36 - 9)} else {if (i == 373) {var Rect = aDoc.pathItems.rectangle(y, x, 36 + 9, -36 - 9)} else {if (x > 540 && y > 0 && y < 756) {var Rect = aDoc.pathIt

Hi all,I have used Illustrator for decades and have always used a workaround for this, but I assume there is a more professional way that would save me a lot of time. So, I hope you can help me with this.How can I remove the gap between these two objects, or better said let one end, where the other one starts?Any help is greatly appreciated - thank you 😉

These three files are just showing up on my launchpad on the following paths:1. Web Gallery :    /Applications/Adobe Illustrator 2024/Scripting.localized/Sample Scripts.localized/AppleScript.localized/Web Gallery.localized/Web Gallery.app/Contents/MacOS/droplet2. Calender :    /Applications/Adobe Illustrator 2024/Scripting.localized/Sample Scripts.localized/AppleScript.localized/Calendar.localized/Make Calendar.app/Contents/MacOS/applet3. Conatct Sheets :    /Applications/Adobe Illustrator 2024/Scripting.localized/Sample Scripts.localized/AppleScript.localized/Contact Sheet Demo.localized/Contact Sheets.app/Contents/MacOS/droplet  Just wanted to know if these are a crucial part of Adobe Illustrator or if I just delete them for my storage convenience.

Hello Adobe Community,I am facing an issue with an Adobe Illustrator (.ai) file that is showing an error message when I try to open it. The message says:"Illustrator could partially read this file. We recovered as much of the file as possible, but some content might be missing."I have tried several solutions, including:Opening the file in Adobe Illustrator and checking layers.Resaving the file with the "Create PDF Compatible File" option checked.Trying to open the file in other vector editing programs like Inkscape.Attempting to use third-party recovery tools.Despite these attempts, the file opens to a blank page, and the content seems to be missing.Could you please help me understand:1. What might be causing this issue?2. How I can fully recover the file, or at least recover most of the content?3. What steps can I follow in the future to prevent this from happening again? Are there any best practices for saving and handling Illustrator files? I have attached the damaged file for

This is extremely easy to do with a straight edge in the physical world but I cannot for the life of me figure out how to do this in Illustrator. If anyone has a solution to this that is not a plugin that I have to pay for (because this is a hobby and I am already spending more than my budget likes just for Illustrator) I would love to hear it! 

Hi guys, after recent user request for help with this much discussed Ruler Origin, and after Jacob having to explain how to do it modifying the user prefs, and after Wade having to explain where to find the file, I wrote a script that does all that for us. It moves the ruler origin to bottom/left or top/left on demand, without having to restart Illustrator. The change is global and permanent (until changed back). After running the script, double-click on the top/left corner of the document, where the rulers meet, to update rulers on active documents.#target Illustrator //  script.name = switchRulerOriginToCS4nCS5.jsx;//  script.description = switches ruler origin to bottom/left (like CS4), and back to top/left (like CS5);//  script.required = runs on CS5 only;//  script.parent = carlos canto // 8/12/11;//  script.elegant = false;var appver = Number(String(app.version).split(".")[0]);if (appver >= 15)    {      &nb

Dobrý den, jsem tu nový.Chci se zeptat, když si zakoupim předplatné Illustrator Je možné pak obrázky použít ke komerčnímu prodeji jako například tisk hrníčku a jiného materiálu. Případně jak to funguje kdybych si chtěl stáhnout obrázek od jiných tvůrců.děkuji 

I was working with Adobe Illustrator CC 2019 and after opening a separate document it wouldn't let me use any tools and I can't select anything under the Illustrator menu bar. I had clicked the red X in the corner to close it and managed to save my work after it had asked before quitting. But even though the Illustrator screen is gone and won't open, it still says Illustrator is active. I've tried quitting the app and it won't let me, it won't let me update it, or even shut off my Mac because Illustrator is still running. Would anyone know how I can fix this situation as soon as possible?

Hallo, weiss nicht weiter!Habe neustes Illu-Update gemacht und seitdem hängen alle Objekte an der Maus und wandern mit,auch Werkzeugboxen. Trotz De- und wieder Neuinstallation hat sich dieser Effekt nicht verändert.Hatte schon mal jemand dieses Problem, bin im Moment ratlos.   

I created a Type Tool text box, changed the font to the one I wanted, and typed in my text. However, I’m facing two problems:When I try to add more text inside the same text box, the font weight doesn’t stay the same. For example, if the font was set initially to Bold, but when I add new text, the new text I added changes to Medium automatically.The font style changes when I switch to another language and start typing. The font settings I applied disappeared, and the text switched to a different style, even though the font I’m using supports both languages. Please let me know how I can fix these issues.

Hi All I'm sure I'm missing something basic, but every time I try to use image trace all is get is a non-editable (but traced) layer called "image trace" instead of the original image. If I try to select a path, I can only select the whole image. There appear to be no editable paths. I have tried it again and again, followed the written instructions and watched videos but I just can't see what I am doing wrong. Any ideas? Thanks Caspar

I have a large .png graphic that I need to reduce for printing in a book -- but when I do the printing becomes illegible.  Will Illustrator correct for that?

Is there a tool on Illustrator that can EASILY divided a circle into 52 equal slices? I have been struggling with this matter for some time now and I have a dead line coming. 

Why does my scipt crash when I delete the two occurances of /**/ (leaving in the code) and deleting the single line of code with the // trailing the cyan variable?var i = 0; var ii = 0; var y = 0; var x = 0; var aDoc = app.documents.add(); for (; i < 374; ) { var Rect = aDoc.pathItems.rectangle(y, x, 36, -36); Rect.stroked = false; Rect.filled = true; var itemColor = new CMYKColor(); /*if (i = 0) { itemColor.cyan = 0; }*/ itemColor.cyan = 97; //Why deleting this line and uncommenting code doesn't work??? itemColor.magenta = 0; itemColor.yellow = 0; itemColor.black = 0; Rect.fillColor = itemColor; /*if (x > 0 && x < 594 && itemColor.cyan < 100) { itemColor.cyan = itemColor.cyan + 1; }*/ var ii = ii + 1; var i = i + 1; var x = x + 36; if (ii == 17) { var ii = 0; var x = 0; var y = y + 36; } } You can run the script as is and it doesn't crash and makes nice even 1/2" squares on 8.5x11 however w

Hello everyone. Would anyone happen to know if it is possible to cut a path at every anchor point quickly? I have been searching for hours and can’t seem to find any good solutions other than a fairly expensive group of plugins made by Astute Graphics. It didn’t make a lot of sense to pay $100 plus per year for these plugins as I only need the one function. Some things I have explored: Using the Scissors, Eraser, and Knife Tools but this gets quite tedious when there are many paths/anchor points to break up. I’ve looked into scripts but this specific script function seems to be outdated and also appears to be similar to the Cut path at selected anchor points option anyways. I have tried using the Direct Selection Tool > Cut path at selected anchor points but if you select all the anchor points (ie. all anchor points in a square) the selected Object type changes from anchor points to a rectangle which automatically removes the Cut path at selected anchor points op

Hi.  I'm new on Illustrator.  I need help please on iLLustrator Web Beta.  I'm trying to move a set of text from a template layer to a new layer. The template layer contains the text and the background color.  How do I do that on Illustrator web?  Not sure which tool to use.  Thank you.  

Hello friends,I need your help with a problem I have when opening a pdf in Illustrator.You can see the original pdf and ss that I opened in Illustrator.Do you know the solution to the problem?Thank you