AI: Adobe Illustrator Native
Adobe Illustrator (AI) is the native file format of Adobe Illustrator. It is a proprietary vector format that stores all the complex data of an Illustrator project.
The AI file is the “master source.” It keeps everything editable—you can change the text, move anchor points, and adjust brush settings at any time. For example, a designer will keep their logo in an .AI format for editing but export it as a .PNG for a website or a .PDF for printing.
Frequently Asked Questions
If the “PDF Compatible” box was checked when saving, you can often open it in Acrobat, Photoshop, or even a browser.
You may lose some features (like new effects or gradients) or the file might not open at all. It’s best to “Save As” a Legacy version if needed.
For the designer, yes, as it stores layers and guides. For the web, SVG is better because it is a lightweight, open standard.
Only if you are sending the file to someone who doesn’t have the font. Otherwise, keep them “live” so you can edit the text later.
Yes. You can “Link” to an external photo or “Embed” the photo directly into the AI file, though embedding makes the file much larger.
Artboards allow you to have multiple pages or canvases in a single AI file, such as a business card, letterhead, and envelope design together.
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