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October 17, 2018
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Is there a way to fade objects without using gaussian blur or feather?

  • October 17, 2018
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I usually use gaussian blur for my car projects, but they are not the best since I end up getting the file heavier and also my computer barely handles it. I have been searching for different options but gradients are not what I am looking for, as I need to make gradients based on a shape and not linear or circular. Here is an image of what I do when fading objects in Illustrator, with gaussian blur:

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Correct answer Doug A Roberts

I would have said the answer way yes, and suggested gradient meshes.

Create and edit mesh objects in Illustrator

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jelenam98675500
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May 8, 2019

Hi there, im interested in printing illustrator files with gaussian blur, what quality is? Also use it for cars. Thanks

Monika Gause
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May 8, 2019

  schrieb

Hi there, im interested in printing illustrator files with gaussian blur, what quality is? Also use it for cars. Thanks

Please create a new thread and tell us your issue in detail.

In any case you will need to talk to the printing service provider and ask them for specifications.

John Mensinger
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Community Expert
October 17, 2018

ShiiftArtworks  wrote

I need to make gradients based on a shape and not linear or circular.

Two words: Gradient Mesh

Inspiring
October 17, 2018

short answer is no.

you can rasterize the effect after making and that will make it easier for your computer to handle. you can also use a black and white image of the fade and use it as an opacity mask. this is also faster than a live effect but won't be as easily editable. 

Doug A Roberts
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Doug A RobertsCommunity ExpertCorrect answer
Community Expert
October 17, 2018

I would have said the answer way yes, and suggested gradient meshes.

Create and edit mesh objects in Illustrator

Doug A Roberts
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October 17, 2018

gradient meshes don't have transparency. you could use a gadient mesh as an opacity mask.