Do you have an raster image that you want to change into a vector object in Illustrator? This Tiktok explains how to use live trace to convert an image into a vector graphic faster than manually tracing it.
One Minute Tutorial! Perspective Text
The perspective grid tool can be a bit intimidating at first, but it can also be incredibly powerful. This tutorial shows how to use a perspective grid to create perspective text in Adobe Illustrator.
Blend Tool in Illustrator
Learn how to use the replace spine method and the blend tool in Illustrator to create stunning 3D typography with gradient colors.
One Minute Tutorial! Pathfinder Demo
The pathfinder tool can be useful in uniting and editing simple objects into more complex designs. This demo shows how to make famous logos using only pathfinder.
30 Second Tutorial! Wrapping Text Around Irregular Shapes
Learn how to wrap text around an irregular silhouette in Adobe Illustrator in this 30 second TikTok.
Sharing Adobe Illustrator Files
Just like in Adobe InDesign, packaging your Illustrator files is just as important if you have any linked images and fonts being used on an artboard.
Keyboard command:
| (Windows) Alt + Shift + Ctrl + P | (MacOS) Option + Shift + Command + P |
Similar video and thumbnail credit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aetEn5jaZQo
Keyboard Shortcuts for Adobe Programs
Check out a compiled list of the Default Keyboard Shortcuts for Audition, Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Premiere Rush, and Spark.
What are keyboard shortcuts?
A keyboard shortcut is a key or combination of keys providing quick access to a particular function within a computer program.
Why do people use keyboard shortcuts?
Keyboard shortcuts help you get things done faster and easier! Essentially, it’s doing actions you may normally do with your mouse with your keyboard instead… (think pressing the space bar when pausing/playing a Netflix show.)
Each Adobe program allows for you to customize your keyboard shortcuts, but for now, here are guides for default shortcuts for various Adobe Programs you may find yourself using!