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Adobe Illustrator

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This vector graphics editor offers sophisticated tools for drawing, typography, and color management. Equipped with powerful features like multiple art boards, Blob Brush for vector painting, and transparency in gradients, it supports designs for print, web, interactive, motion, and mobile platforms.

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Country of Origin

  • US flagUnited States

Platforms

  • Mac
  • Windows
  • Online
  • iPad
4.5 / 5 Avg rating (55)
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Features

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  1.  Export to PDF
  2.  Vector strokes
  3.  Vectorize raster images
  4.  Automatic Alignment
  5.  Color Picker
  6.  Windows Compatible
  7.  Works Offline
  8.  Support for CMYK Mode
  9.  Save as eps
  10.  Support for Layers
  11.  Image Masking
  12.  Pressure Sensitivity
  13.  Drawing Tablet Support
  14.  Custom Brushes
  15.  Cloud Sync
  16.  Ad-free
  17.  Raster adjustment
  18.  Dark Mode
  19.  Texture for brushes
  20.  Real time collaboration
  21.  No Coding Required
  22.  Hardware Accelerated
  23.  Support for scripting
  24.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
  25.  Advanced brush settings
  26.  File Sync

 Tags

  • illustration
  • graphics
  • SVG

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  • PinkPlastic liked Adobe Illustrator
    about 2 months ago
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    POX added Adobe Illustrator as alternative to Hyvector
    about 2 months ago
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    POX added Adobe Illustrator as alternative to Canvas Max
    4 months ago
  • Eric-Dawson reviewed Adobe Illustrator  
    4 months ago

    Absolutely love this software! Honestly can't see myself using anything else for vector work.

    The only tiny issue that drives me nuts is the export script—especially with SVGZ files. It always does something weird, even when I'm just exporting a basic square.

  • Eric-Dawson, taltab, andrzila and spx300 liked Adobe Illustrator
    4 months ago
  • VyomStark liked Adobe Illustrator
    6 months ago
  • muhammadfarag updated Adobe Illustrator
    7 months ago
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Comments and Reviews

   
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Comment summary: Adobe Illustrator is widely praised for its powerful features and reliability in handling large vector files, making it a favorite among graphic designers. Users appreciate its robust functionalities including live tracing and easy zoom shortcuts, though some express concerns about its high price and slow performance with certain updates. Alternatives like Vectornator and Affinity Designer are noted for being cost-effective options with competitive features.
Top Positive Comment
Matsuura
Feb 7, 2018
4

The problem is the price, but I think that is the best in the interface and functionalities

Top Negative Comment
Gustavo D
May 22, 2023
0

This is the definition of cumbersome which I didn't know until I tried Serif's Affinity Designer. For starters, automatic alignment is not a feature, certainly not in Adobe Designer because it sucks, Serif's is infinitely better at that too.

It is without a doubt immensely featured, it can warp, bend, apply perspectives, create 3D objects and so much sh*t that I wish Affinity could do. But what good is it if it takes a plethora of steps to do one basic adjustment, or even selecting a layer, in addition to waste time finding documentation online, and fighting the app's connection attempts to who-knows-where, and killing processes that clearly are doing analytics of some kind without consent. When your ready to the next adjustment you forgot your vision or whatever. Subscription promise the newest features and whatnot but in reality it just makes software get bloated or decoy UIs are forced upon users so publishers can justify the subscription, e.g; Microsoft Office. What you do get fresh out of the oven is their newest data collectors to train their feed their marketing and AI. And I do really mean fresh because they're buggy, lazily written for Node, etc. And you get to pay monthly for that! And pay again in energy use/battery service life. And pay again with your data.

BTW, how come "Works Offline" is a feature? NO! Don't accept that as a perk, it must be a f**king must.

On the other hand, Serif has online features now too. We're learning nothing.

Eric Dawson
Mar 15, 2025
0

Absolutely love this software! Honestly can't see myself using anything else for vector work.

The only tiny issue that drives me nuts is the export script—especially with SVGZ files. It always does something weird, even when I'm just exporting a basic square.

Ayush Jangra
May 1, 2024
0

It's been great. Been using for several years as the primary vector design tool. There can be a learning curve for this product, but it's worth it.

user647852
Feb 24, 2023
0

Been using Adobe Illustrator for yers and it works great! My only concern is the price of the licence...

stib
Mar 22, 2022
0

Illustrator has been spiralling downwards for years. All adobe seem to do is add useless "features" but do nothing to address the glaring speed and bug problems that this creaking old relic is full of. There's a bug where the mouse gets stuck if you're using a Wacom that has been open for more than a DECADE! The Auto-trace function is like soemthing from the 90s—because IT IS! If you can find an alternative, do.

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Jul 21, 2020
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What is Adobe Illustrator?

Adobe Illustrator is a versatile vector graphics editor widely used by designers and artists around the globe. It provides an extensive range of tools for creating and editing vector graphics, enabling artists to design custom logos, icons, and more. Add depth with 3D effects, gradients, and typography to craft unique designs that shine across platforms—whether on websites, apparel, social media, or promotional materials.

Create crisp, impactful artwork at any scale: Combine lines, shapes, and colors to develop stunning illustrations that can be resized infinitely, making them ideal for anything from digital screens to large-scale billboards.

Seamlessly integrate text and visuals for maximum impact: Communicate your message with clarity and creativity. Pair the perfect fonts with your graphics to design attention-grabbing flyers, posters, infographics, and more.

Key Features: Here is the revised list without any asterisks:

  1. Vector Graphics Creation: Create precise and scalable vector graphics using tools like the Pen, Shape, and Pencil tools.
  2. Text Tools: Add and edit text in your designs with advanced typography options, including kerning, leading, and tracking adjustments.
  3. Pathfinder Tools: Combine, subtract, intersect, and divide shapes to create complex designs.
  4. Live Trace: Convert raster images into vector graphics with the Live Trace tool, which offers various presets and options for customization.
  5. Gradient Mesh: Create smooth, gradient-filled vector shapes with the Gradient Mesh tool, ideal for realistic shading and coloring.
  6. Pattern Creation: Design and apply patterns to your artwork, which can be used to fill shapes and create intricate designs.
  7. Clipping Masks: Use clipping masks to hide parts of your artwork, allowing for non-destructive editing and creative compositions.
  8. Artboards: Work with multiple artboards within a single document, perfect for creating multi-page layouts and responsive designs.
  9. Symbols: Create reusable symbols for elements that you use frequently, ensuring consistency across your designs.
  10. Layers Panel: Organize your artwork using layers, making it easier to manage complex projects.
  11. Appearance Panel: Control the appearance of objects with the Appearance panel, which allows you to add multiple fills, strokes, and effects.
  12. Effects: Apply a variety of effects to your artwork, including drop shadows, glows, and distortions.
  13. 3D Effects: Add 3D effects to your designs, such as extrude, bevel, and revolve, to give your artwork a three-dimensional look.
  14. Export Options: Save your artwork in various formats, including SVG, PDF, PNG, and EPS, ensuring compatibility with other design tools and platforms.
  15. Integration with Adobe Creative Cloud: Seamlessly integrate with other Adobe Creative Cloud applications like Photoshop, InDesign, and XD for a streamlined workflow.

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Adobe Illustrator information

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    US flagAdobe
  • Licensing

    Proprietary and Commercial product.
  • Pricing

    Subscription ranging between $23 and $60 per month.
  • Rating

    Average rating of 4.5 (55 ratings)
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  • Supported Languages

    • English
    • Chinese
    • Russian
    • Arabic
    • Hebrew
    • Spanish
    • Italian
    • French
    • German
    • Dutch
    • Japanese
    • Korean
    • Finnish
    • Swedish
    • Turkish
    • Afrikaans
    • Bengali
    • Hindi
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Our users have written 25 comments and reviews about Adobe Illustrator, and it has gotten 520 likes

Adobe Illustrator was added to AlternativeTo by Ola Johansson on Apr 3, 2009 and this page was last updated Dec 13, 2024. Adobe Illustrator is sometimes referred to as Illustrator.