Converting .ACO file to .ASE file

[ptrivilino]

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.

[Mike_Gondek · Accepted solution]

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.

[ptrivilino]

Thanks, Mike. That solved my problem.

Paul

[Mohamed sako]

big appreciate Mike

[Caf2008]

Thanks Mike, a great top tip!

[MarineCory]

Thanks, Mike.

[danv47030643]

Your expertise would be most appreciated:

• Do you mean ACO and not ASO?
• If you meant ACO vs. ASE what is the difference between them?
• Do both contain color swatch palettes?
• Can they both be loaded into Ps? Ai?
• Why would one use one instead of the other?

[Gene_us]

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!