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_glenn_losack_
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November 27, 2008
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how to convert a jpg/tiff to AI files?

  • November 27, 2008
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a company wants to make jewelry from my photoshop files converted to AI
( illustrator ). I now own AI. I have saved a jpg as an AI. The generic icon
sits on my desktop. If i click on it nothing happens . It doesnt open in AI.

HOW do i convert jpg/tiff files to AI files the easiest way.
thank you very much

glenn

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      Scott Falkner
      Community Expert
      Scott FalknerCommunity Expert
      Community Expert
      November 27, 2008

      You can import a TIFF or JPG into Illustrator with File > Place, then save as an AI file. All that will do is link (or embed) the image into the Illustrator file. What these people really want are vector files. This means either using Illustrator's Live Trace feature to automatically convert the artwork into vectors, or re-tracing using the pen tool.

      Try to get a more thorough explanation of what they want. If I'm right (I am), try what I've said. If you are new to using Illustrator's pen tool and vector art in general you might do better to hire someone. It's a lot of basic training, especially when you're already in the trenches.

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      hunterr83040004
      Participant
      May 22, 2017

      Scott,

      While I appreciate that you clarify that people need vector files, some people are just learning how to use AI.  You were at the novice level one day as well.  Perhaps you can remember that before exhibiting our own particular brand of arrogant condescension in replying.  Just go with facts, not conjecture and it would be much more appreciated.

        Monika Gause
        Community Expert
        Monika GauseCommunity Expert
        Community Expert
        May 22, 2017

        hunterr83040004  schrieb

        You were at the novice level one day as well.

        We all were. But then we didn't write file specifications or instructions for other people.

        When someone writes specifications on how to deliver artwork for production I must assume that they know their job and are seasoned experts. Letting the apprentice write the specifications on which your business depends just doesn't make any sense to me.

        And when someone is confused over file specifications that make no sense at all, then this has to be pointed out. BTW: nobody here has mentioned any names of companies.

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