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Lolwel21
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July 29, 2020
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Updating nested links

  • July 29, 2020
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I've created a system with linked files (placed objects) inside linked files.

Specifically, I have an Illustrator for my pips (suit symbols), and these are linked into an individual file for each playing card.

For ease of export, I have another file that brings all my individual cards into one place.

I've changed the color on my pips, but my card layouts are already finalized.

 

When I go to my aggregate file, however, the cards display in the old color. This persists even if I open the individual file, see the new color displayed, and close the file again. However, it updates if I make and un-make a change in order to re-save each card individually.

How do I update my aggregate file to show the updated resources? Do I have to go into each file, make an edit, undo it, and then save? This feels wrong...

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    Correct answer Ares Hovhannesyan

    Unfortunatly, there isn't any option for auto updating linked files without saving original linked file after changing design in that file..

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    tokyoe20009
    Participant
    November 10, 2022

    Having the same problem... this is really unfortunate that it doesn't work. If I want to update the logo of my company on a lot of documents, I can't do it. Sad.

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    GermanMolto
    Participant
    February 5, 2024

    You've got to be kidding me... 4 yearas has passed since this was posted and still it is not possible? this is some basic stuff people...

    Anshul_Saini
    Community Manager
    Anshul_SainiCommunity Manager
    Community Manager
    February 16, 2024

    Hi GermanMolto,

     

    We understand how important it is to be able to Update nested links in Illustrator. Our product team is aware of this and has been working to improve this functionality.

    They have made some improvements in Ai v28.1 and will keep on refining it.

     

    We highly appreciate your feedback and would like to request you to upvote the following UserVoice link and add your comments there to highlight your concerns in front of the product team directly (https://adobe.ly/3OMRR0W...)

     

    Your input will help us to make the improvements needed to provide you with the best possible experience using Illustrator.

     

    Thank you for your understanding and patience.

     

    Best,

    Anshul Saini

    Ares Hovhannesyan
    Community Expert
    Ares HovhannesyanCommunity ExpertCorrect answer
    Community Expert
    July 31, 2020

    Unfortunatly, there isn't any option for auto updating linked files without saving original linked file after changing design in that file..

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