Custom Shapes, Dimensions
I have just signed up to Adobe CC and got a lot to learn. Using Illustrator, when I drag a custom shape across an art board, I would like to see dimensions as I draw. Can I set a preference for...
View Articleillustrator won't sync my symbols
Hi,When I use the sync settings in illustrator it won't sync my custom symbols. It syncs everything else. Any ideas on how to fix this? Thanks.
View ArticleCan somebody convert a .CDR file to Illustrator for me?
I just got a logo from www.brandsoftheworld.com and it's in .CDR (Corel Draw) format. I can't seem to open this. Apparently Illustrator CS6 will open it but I only have CS5.5. Can somebody help me out?
View ArticleIlustrator CC update fails, yet app and CC report up to date
Illustrator CC on Windows 7 64 bit, fully patched. Today I got a message from the Creative Cloud systray app that updates were available, so I opted to Update all. The Illustrator CC showed up as...
View ArticleToo many anchor point when brushes expand in CS6
I have recently upgraded to CS6 from CS2. I do a lot of digital inking in Illustrator as part of my job. In CS2 I would create a simple tapered brush using 4 anchor points. When I would draw a brush...
View ArticleBlend tool not working right?
I am having diffuculty with the blend tool! I tried to upload the image but it said it was't allowed. Not sure how to correctly explain the problem but I'll do my best. I am have trouble getting the...
View ArticleSolid red selection border
Sometimes when I click on an object in Illustrator CS 6, I get a solid (red) selection border around the (vector) object, it also happens in Indesign CS6. I've noticed that I get this when I click more...
View ArticlePerspective Grid in Illustrator
I accidentally clicked on the Perspective Grid and now I cannot get it off my workspace. How do I get rid of it? What is this feature anyhow?!Thanks, Ben
View ArticleHow do I create a circular multicoloured swirl? (like a water pool, swirling...
I would like the colours to merge into one another like a gradient..
View ArticleEmailing large file problem
I have an Illustrator file (I mostly work in PS6) of a poster that is 18" x 24". It has an image in one layer and all type in another. The type covers the poster completely. The image fills the whole...
View ArticleRotate view when drawing
I know it's not possible to do that like in Photoshop (I have submitted a feature request). How do you handle this problem when drawing with a tablet?
View ArticleKuler Option Not Showing In Illustrator CS6 Extensions
I do not have the Kuler option displaying under Window>Extensions in Illustrator CS6 and need the option for a work project. Anyone know how I can fix? I have an Internet connection.
View ArticleUnable to select separations from printer output
When I go to print and select output, the mode selection is locked and I am unable to select separations. Nobody from Adobe support could help. Anybody here have an idea? Using CS6. Thanks!
View Articlei have dowloaded trial version of illustrator CC but cant open to use?
hi there,I have just downloaded the trial version of illustrator CC but cant open the file can you help please?
View Articlecannot access tools behind the image in illustrator cs6
after deactivating indesign creative suite cs6, and uploading to another computer, --the illustrator cs6 tools do not allow access to the tools behind the image, like the different pen types, or the...
View ArticleHow do you create a kidney bean shape in illustrator using shapes or strokes?
Is there a way to make a kidney bean shape in illustrator? There must be an easier way then the way i'm trying to do it. can you not just create a hot dog shape and some how move a point in the...
View ArticleIllustrator CS6 direct selection tool dragging object rather than creating a...
When I click and drag with the direct selection tool, I'm getting a drag on the object rather than a marque for selecting points. As soon as I click, the tool switches to the black arrow tool. Did I...
View ArticleIllustrator CC - Trackpad alt+scrolling doesn't work.
So I happen to be one of those people that designs on a macbook pro without a mouse. This morning I installed Illustrator CC and discovered that scrolling with two fingers up and down while holding the...
View ArticleOverline character?
I use Illustrator CS3 for windows Vista. When I type some text I can underline it, but how do I overline it instead?
View ArticleNeeds Help
Hi, I've just downloaded Adobe Illustrator CC (trial version) several days ago. I've had a problem when I use Illustrator CC offline. The systems seems not working normally, just like "lag" and...
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