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Discover Adobe Illustrator
- Getting started with the user interface
- Customizing the workspace
- Possible uses: creating logos, illustrations, and layouts
- Introduction to vector processing and export formats
- Creating predefined objects
- Precise positioning of elements
- Managing foreground and background layers
- Using rulers, guides, and grids
- Mastering selection tools
- Creating custom paths and shapes
- Using the Pen tool: points, handles, curves
- Essential keyboard shortcuts
- Editing paths: adding and removing points
- Using the Brush tool and the Blob Brush tool
- Managing different display modes
- Creating charts with the Graphs tool
Advanced Editing Techniques
- Using transformation tools
- Repeating actions (Ctrl/Cmd + D command)
- Applying multiple and custom transformations
- Distorting objects with the Envelope Distort tool
- Leveraging the Pathfinder functions
- Blending objects and creating complex shapes
Using Masks with Adobe Illustrator
- Creating simple clipping masks
- Applying Illustrator effects
- Advanced management of the Appearance panel
- Aligning and automatically distributing objects
- Enhancing illustrations with graphic improvements
- Managing strokes and line styles
- Using the Swatches panel and creating color styles
- Creating and managing global colors
- Creating and applying gradients
- Managing transparency and blending modes
Working with Text in Illustrator
- Enhancing and formatting free text
- Creating type on a path, area type, and vertical type
- Searching and managing fonts
Layer Management and Isolation Mode
- Organizing, structuring, and managing layers
- Using Isolation Mode for efficient editing
- Exporting and saving projects
- Exporting to pixel-based formats
- Exporting to PDF format for professional printing
Saving and Exporting Files
- Saving in Adobe Illustrator native format (.ai)
- Saving to EPS, PDF, and Flash formats
- Exporting to standard formats: PSD, JPG, TIFF