Introduction Image Trace used for converting raster images (JPEG, PNG, PSD etc.) to vector artwork. Using this feature, you can easily base a new drawing on an existing piece of artwork by tracing it. For example, you can convert the image of a pencil sketch you've drawn on paper into [...]
Introduction Eyedropper tool used to select the attributes of a shape such as fill color, stroke color, line weight, and then transfer them to other shapes. Instead of taking several steps to copy attributes from one shape to another, the Eyedropper provides a quick means for storing and transferring attributes [...]
Introduction A image can be cropped using vector mask, or crop image tool. These can be found in Properties Panel (Window > Properties) as shown in below figure. Both of these panels are context sensitive, so select the image with Selection Tool for these option to visible. Crop Image Tool [...]
Introduction Information about the images placed on the Artboard can be retrieved in Links panel. To display the Links panel, go to Window > Links. To view a linked graphic, select a link in the Links panel and then click the Show Link Info. Restore Missing Links A red question [...]
Importing Image Primary method of importing images into Artboard is using menu File > Place. Links panel list the imported images details. Copying and pasting an image into Artboard, can cause problems that you may not be aware of until you try to print. Ways that you can place artwork [...]
Introduction Curvature Tool and Pen tool essentially does the same thing—creating paths with as much precision as you need. Curvature tool simplify drawing paths with precision. This tool creates same types of paths as that the Pen tool creates—both curved and straight—but without having to fuss with direction handles. Below [...]
Introduction Pen tool allows to define anchor points, as well as adjust the curve associated with those anchors, by manipulating two control points associated with each anchor. Pen tool flyout displays a set of Pen tools as shown below Two things happen when you click and drag with the Pen [...]
Path A path is the line that appears when you draw a line in Adobe Illustrator. The beginnings and ends of each segment are marked by “anchor points,” which work like pins holding a wire in place. To change the shape of a path, drag its anchor point, and to [...]
Introduction Paintbrush Tool functions like the Pencil Tool, allowing you to click and drag to create a path. The difference is the Paintbrush Tool applies predefined vector art to the paths you create. Keyboard shortcut for this tool is B. A path created with the Paintbrush tool can be reshaped [...]
Introduction Pencil tool is a great tool for creating freeform shapes and lines. Select it from the tools dialog box and click and drag to draw. Keyboard shortcut for this tool is n. Draw Shape Select pencil tool from the tools dialog box and click and drag to draw. To [...]