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Beta Build 29.7.41 Release Notes
Hello,
The latest Beta Build 29.7.41 is now available in CCD. We have below features in this build:
- Artboard background color
Now you can choose fill color for each artboard in Adobe Illustrator
1. Select artboard
2. Choose background color for artboard properties
3. You can also choose colors from context bar
1. Select artboard
2. Choose background color for artboard properties
3. You can also choose colors from context bar
- Snapping quick access panel
Access most important snap setting quickly from the new snapping quick access panel.
How to use :
Turn on control bar from the windows>control menu. You will see a new snap setting icon at the right. Click on it to open the quick access panel.
How to use :
Turn on control bar from the windows>control menu. You will see a new snap setting icon at the right. Click on it to open the quick access panel.
- More Snapping controls
We are giving you the ability to fine tune the snapping behaviour on Illustrator as per your need. For this, there are tons of new controls that we are introducing :
- Snapping switch : It gives you the ability to turn ON/OFF all kind of snapping functions with just a click of a button
- Snap to last location : Enable or disable objects snapping to its last position
- Object geometry : Selectively control which part of the objects such as midpoint, centre, endpoint are snappy
How to use :
These granular controls can be accessed via the new quick access panel in the control bar or the snapping and smartguide section in the preference panel.
These granular controls can be accessed via the new quick access panel in the control bar or the snapping and smartguide section in the preference panel.
- Organised snap settings in view menu
All the snap related setting are now in one section in the view menu. Some of the setting are moved into submenu to make the view menu more organised.
- Snap to grid enhancement
Based on the recent feedbacks, we are introducing a new control to switch between the new and the old snap to grid experience. The new experience allows for objects to snap to the grid as well as freeform movement, whereas the old behaviour allows the objects to only snap to the grid.
How to use :
There is a new 'force snap to grid' option the the smartguide section of the preference panel.
How to use :
There is a new 'force snap to grid' option the the smartguide section of the preference panel.
- Color Modernization: Color Picker Preview — Sample Colors with Total Confidence!
We’re excited to roll out the new Color Picker Preview in Illustrator — a smarter way to sample colors using the Eyedropper with Shift. Previously, color sampling with Shift often picked the underlying color without showing you exactly what would be applied, leading to unexpected results. Now, as you move the eyedropper across your artwork, you’ll see a live preview of the color that will be applied to your selected object — before you commit.How it works:
- Live Color Preview: While sampling with Eyedropper + Shift, a view pops up next to your cursor, showing the exact color you’re about to pick.
- What You See Is What You Apply: No more second-guessing or unintended fills — the preview reflects the precise final color that will be applied.
- Helpful for Complex Artwork: Especially useful when picking colors from gradients, effects, or blends — get clarity before applying.
This small but powerful addition makes color sampling faster, more accurate, and way more intuitive. Try it out — your colors (and your eyes) will thank you!
- Say hello to Recent Colors – your new color memory in Illustrator!
We’re thrilled to introduce the Recent Colors feature, now available in both the Swatches panel and the Color panel. Illustrator now automatically keeps track of the colors you’ve recently used, making it effortless to access and reuse them as you design. No more digging through hex codes or manually recreating colors — your most used colors are now just a click away.And that’s not all — you can now add any recent color as swatch by simply dragging it into the Swatches section. It’s the easiest way to build your own color palette on the go!
How it works:
- Smart Color Tracking: Recently applied fill and stroke colors show up in the Swatches and Color panels for quick access.
- Drag to Save: Like what you see? Just drag any recent color into the swatch area to save it as a swatch.
- Customizable Experience: Want a cleaner panel? You can disable Recent Colors anytime from the panel options.
Whether you're fine-tuning branding colors or simply experimenting, Recent Colors helps you stay in flow and stay consistent.
Try it out and let us know how it transforms your color workflow!
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