Adobe Illustrator for Mac is the industry-standard vector graphics software for macOS lets you create logos, icons, drawings, typography, and illustrations for print, web, video, and mobile. Millions of designers and artists use Adobe Illustrator CC to create everything from web icons and product packaging to book illustrations and billboards.Enjoy!
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You set the options for embedding fonts, images, and other information after choosing File > Save As or File > Save A Copy. Options vary, depending upon the file format you choose. Learn more about saving artwork.
This tutorial walks you through creating a personalized logo with vector-based images.
Learn how to view and change transparency in this article on transparency and blending modes.
Illustrator provides several methods to cut, divide, and trim objects, including the Knife and Scissors tools.
Illustrator uses masks, rather than cropping, to hide parts of images. Learn how to use and edit clipping masks.
In the application bar, click the GPU Performance icon and select GPU Performance. Learn more about GPU Performance.
First, make sure that your video adapter drivers are up to date. If that doesn't resolve the issue, follow the solutions in this GPU Performance troubleshooting guide.
Try these techniques to optimize Illustrator performance on Windows or Mac OS X.
Yes! Luckily, with Illustrator automatic data recovery, you can probably recover most of your work–even if you haven't saved the file recently.
Several factors might cause Illustrator to crash on startup. You may need to update your input device driver.
Your file may be damaged. See this troubleshooting guide for help repairing damaged files.
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Windows
- Intel® Pentium® 4 or AMD Athlon® 64 processor
- Microsoft® Windows® XP with Service Pack 3 or Windows 7 with Service Pack 1. Adobe® Creative Suite® 5.5 and CS6 applications also support Windows 8 and Windows 8.1. Refer to the CS6 FAQ for more information about Windows 8 support.
- 1 GB of RAM (3 GB recommended) for 32 bit; 2 GB of RAM (8 GB recommended) for 64 bit
- 2 GB of available hard-disk space for installation; additional free space required during installation (cannot install on removable flash storage devices)
- 1024 x 768 display (1280 x 800 recommended) with 16-bit graphics adapter
- DVD-ROM drive compatible with dual-layer DVDs
- Some features in Adobe® Bridge rely on a DirectX 9–capable video adapter with at least 64 MB of VRAM
- This software does not operate without activation. Broadband Internet connection and registration are required for software activation, validation of subscriptions, and access to online services.† Phone activation is not available.
Mac OS
- Multicore Intel processor with 64-bit support
- Mac OS X v10.6.8 or v10.7. Adobe Creative Suite 5, CS5.5, and CS6 applications support Mac OS X v10.8 and v10.9 when installed on Intel-based systems.*
- 2 GB of RAM (8 GB recommended)
- 2 GB of available hard-disk space for installation; additional free space required during installation (cannot install on a volume that uses a case-sensitive file system or on removable flash storage devices)
- 1024 x 768 display (1280 x 800 recommended) with 16-bit video card
- DVD-ROM drive compatible with dual-layer DVDs
- This software does not operate without activation. Broadband Internet connection and registration are required for software activation, validation of subscriptions, and access to online services.† Phone activation is not available.
* Learn more about Mac OS X Mavericks support.
† This product may integrate with or allow access to certain Adobe or third-party hosted online services ('Online Services'). Online Services are available only to users 13 and older and require agreement to additional terms of use and Adobe's online privacy policy. Online Services are not available in all countries or languages, may require user registration, and may be discontinued or modified in whole or in part without notice. Additional fees or subscription charges may apply.
- Intel® Pentium® 4 or AMD Athlon® 64 processor
- Microsoft® Windows® XP with Service Pack 3; Windows Vista® Home Premium, Business, Ultimate, or Enterprise with Service Pack 1; or Windows 7
- 1 GB of RAM
- 2 GB of available hard-disk space for installation; additional free space required during installation (cannot install on removable flash-based storage devices)
- 1024 x 768 display (1280 x 800 recommended) with 16-bit graphics adapter
- DVD-ROM drive*
- Broadband Internet connection required for online services†
- Intel processor
- Mac OS X v10.5.7 or v10.6
- 1 GB of RAM
- 2 GB of available hard-disk space for installation; additional free space required during installation (cannot install on a volume that uses a case-sensitive file system or on removable flash-based storage devices)
- 1024 x 768 display (1280 x 800 recommended) with 16-bit graphics adapter
- DVD-ROM drive*
- Broadband Internet connection required for online services
* This product may allow you to extend its functionality by accessing certain features that are hosted online, including CS Live online services ('Online Services'), provided you have a high-speed Internet connection. The Online Services, and some features thereof, aren't available in all countries, languages, or currencies and can be discontinued in whole or in part without notice. Use of the Online Services is governed by separate terms of use and by the Online Privacy Policy. Access to some services sometimes requires user registration. Some Online Services, including services that are initially offered at no charge, may be subject to additional fees and require a separate subscription.
- 2 GHz or faster processor
- Microsoft® Windows® XP with Service Pack 2 (Service Pack 3 recommended) or Windows Vista® Home Premium, Business, Ultimate, or Enterprise with Service Pack 1 (certified for 32-bit Windows XP and Windows Vista)
- 512 MB of RAM (1 GB recommended)
- 2 GB of available hard-disk space for installation; additional free space required during installation (cannot install on flash-based storage devices)
- 1024 x 768 display (1280 x 800 recommended) with 16-bit graphics adapter
- DVD-ROM drive
- Broadband Internet connection required for online services*
- PowerPC® G4 or G5 or Intel® processor
- Mac OS X v10.4.11–10.5.4
- 512 MB of RAM (1 GB recommended)
- 2 GB of available hard-disk space for installation; additional free space required during installation (cannot install on a volume that uses a case-sensitive file system or on flash-based storage devices)
- 1024 x 768 display (1280 x8 00 recommended) with 16-bit graphics adapter
- DVD-ROM drive
- QuickTime 7 software required for multimedia features
- Broadband Internet connection required for online services*
* This product may allow you to access certain features that are hosted online ('online services'), provided you have a high-speed Internet connection. The online services, and some features thereof, aren't available in all countries, languages, or currencies and can be discontinued in whole or in part without notice. Use of the online services is governed by separate terms of use and by the Adobe Online Privacy Policy. Access to these services sometimes requires user registration. Some online services, including services that are initially offered at no charge, may be subject to additional fees. For more details and to review the terms of use and Online Privacy Policy, visit www.adobe.com.
- Intel Pentium 4, Intel Centrino, Intel Xeon, or Intel Core Duo (or compatible) processor
- Microsoft Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or Windows Vista Home Premium, Business, Ultimate, or Enterprise (certified for 32-bit editions)
- 512 MB of RAM (1 GB recommended)
- 2 GB of available hard-disk space (additional free space required during installation)
- 1024 x 768 monitor resolution with 16-bit graphics adapter
- DVD-ROM drive
- QuickTime 7 software required for multimedia features
- Internet or phone connection required for product activation
- Broadband Internet connection required for Adobe Stock Photos* and other services
- PowerPC G4 or G5 or multicore Intel processor
- Mac OS X v10.4.810.5 (Leopard)
- 512 MB of RAM (1 GB recommended)
- 2.5 GB of available hard-disk space (additional free space required during installation)
- 1024 x 768 monitor resolution with 16-bit graphics adapter
- DVD-ROM drive
- QuickTime 7 software required for multimedia features
- Internet or phone connection required for product activation
- Broadband Internet connection required for Adobe Stock Photos* and other services
* Online services, including, but not limited to, Adobe Stock Photos and Adobe Connect, may not be available in all countries, languages, and currencies. Availability of services is subject to change. Use of online services is governed by terms and conditions of a separate agreement and may be subject to additional fees.