Illustrator "Unable to Export SVG" - solution for v28.5

[cjanuska]

Illustrator is unable to export to SVG using the Export Assets function in Illustrator 28.5. (So frustrating.)

I did find a workaround I wanted to share, to save you the time troubleshooting. 

For SVGs:

1. Use File/Save a Copy …
2. rename prefix for file (Save a Copy ... will add the artboard name following your prefix)
3. Select Use Art Boards | Range # ____
4. Select location
5. Select SVG
6. Select SVG 1.0 ( DO NOT USE 1.1, it will not work)
7. Select OK

• Illustrator 28.5
• Macbook Pro, 2023 Chip M2 Pro
• My files are all vectors, with no imported images. 

#export SVG #unable to export SVG #unable to save SVG 

[Monika Gause]

Was there any error message when it didn't export the SVG?

[cjanuska]

Yes, I can't recall the error exactly but it was something like "unable to export internal error." no numbers or references. 

[heathersabrina]

Thank you so much! This was so frustrating, I've never had it happen before.

[nathanveysey]

Thank you! This has been bugging me - so good to have a work-around.