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PDF compatabile file

  • July 18, 2023
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when I save my files I always select the "Create PDF compatible File" option. I'll see a preview of my image within the finder. But as I develeop the file, the preview within my finder turns into this text document. This only happens with complex files. With my recent work, I re-saved my file and once again I selected the "Create PDF compatible File" option, and the preview in my finder returned. But it only lasted for a short time. what am I doing?

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Monika Gause
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Monika GauseCommunity Expert
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July 18, 2023

Where do you save your files?

What happens when you turn off "Save in background" in the preferences?

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July 18, 2023

I save my files on my desktop. I tried deselecting "Save in background" and it didn't work. Should I also deselect "export background"

Monika Gause
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Monika GauseCommunity Expert
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July 18, 2023

That won't have an effect on saving your files.

 

So what seems to happen is that Illustrator automatically turns off the "PDF compatible" option while you work and save? That sounds a little bit disturbing. 

 

Mac OS generates the preview from the embedded PDF, so that is the reason why you see that message. Maybe @Anubhav M  could perhaps shed some light on this?

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