BASIC GRAPHICS DESIGN
Adobe Illustrator
BY Adobe Certified Expert
Introduction
and Understanding
the Interface
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Part 1:
Introduction
to Adobe Illustrator
What is Adobe Illustrator?
Adobe Illustrator is a software program used to
create vector graphics.
Vector Graphics: Unlike regular images (raster
graphics), vector graphics can be resized without
losing quality.
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Raster Image Vs Vector Image
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Example: Imagine creating a company logo. That logo can be
printed on a large banner or a small business card without
any loss in quality.
Why Use Adobe Illustrator?
It allows you to create scalable graphics.
Commonly used for designing logos, icons,
website graphics, and complex illustrations.
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Part 2:
Part 2: Understanding
the Interface
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Menu Bar:
Located at the top of the screen, the Menu Bar contains various menus
like File, Edit, View, and more.
Example: To save your work, you would go to the File menu and then
select Save.
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Toolbox:
The Toolbox is where you'll find all
the tools you need to draw, select,
and edit your artwork.
Example: The Rectangle Tool and
Ellipse Tool for drawing shapes are
located in the Toolbox
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A Basic toolbar B Advanced toolbar C All Tools drawer D Flyout menu E
Tool category F Tool available in the toolbar G Tool available in the
drawer
Category of tools in the toolbar
In Illustrator, the tools are broadly organized in the following categories:
• Select • Draw
• Type • Paint
• Modify • Navigate
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Introduction to Illustrator
Toolbox:
The Toolbox is where you'll find all
the tools you need to draw, select,
and edit your artwork.
Example: The Rectangle Tool and
Ellipse Tool for drawing shapes are
located in the Toolbox
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