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September 11, 2017
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Snapping to pixel and point bug

  • September 11, 2017
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There is something wrong when trying to align objects to a point or pixel of another object. It inaccurately snaps. It looks like a bug. I haven't had any new updates on Adobe Illustrator lately.

The bug I have come across is when I try to drag the corners of a square to create rounded corners, it rotates the object (square). This forces me to zoom in, I don't mind that though but it is something that needs to be looked at.

But the snappings have been a pain lately.

Regards

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    Correct answer carlosgarro

    Try turning off the "Align art to pixel grid"

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    Mike_Gondek10189183
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    Mike_Gondek10189183Community Expert
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    September 11, 2017

    I like to paste in front a copy of what I am snapping to , and make that into a guide. (Command 5) I usually lock that layer then as this is my die line layer.  Snapping then works better on complex documents. I mentioned the locking, as that seems to help. Not sure if this is written anywhere, but something I found after using Illustrator on a daily basis for a very long time.

    carlosgarro
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    carlosgarroCommunity ExpertCorrect answer
    Community Expert
    September 11, 2017

    Try turning off the "Align art to pixel grid"

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    QTM ARTSAuthor
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    September 13, 2017

    Thank you very much mate. I am still trying to get a hang of Illustrator CC. I really appreciate your response.

    Ray Yorkshire
    Ray Yorkshire
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    September 11, 2017

    Sorry I don't understand.

    In what way is inaccurately snapping?

    Is difficulty using the corner widget a separate problem?

    instead of zooming in, you could always use the

    Transform panel, Rectangle Properties and Corner Type.

    Did you try resetting preferences, that sometimes fixes bugs

    Do one of the following:

    1. Press and hold Alt+Control+Shift (Windows) or Option+Command+Shift (Mac OS) as you start Illustrator. Your current settings are deleted.
    2. Remove or rename the AIPrefs file (Windows) or Adobe Illustrator Prefs file (Mac OS). New preferences files are created the next time you start Illustrator.

    How to set preferences in Illustrator

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