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The cutting-edge design software, Adobe Illustrator, boasts a wide range of tools that give designers and artists maximum creative freedom. One highly useful feature offered by Adobe Illustrator is the ability to ‘slice’ an artwork into smaller sections. This feature is particularly helpful for web designers who need to divide a web layout into multiple sections. This post serves as a guide for slicing in Adobe Illustrator.
Creating a New Document
To begin with, you need to create a new document by selectingFile>New> and then setting your desired dimensions. For instance:
File > New > Width: 800 px, Height: 600 px
Drawing Shapes for Slicing
With your new document open, use the ‘Rectangle Tool’ to draw shapes that you wish to slice. You can find this tool in the Tools panel on the left-hand side or use the shortcut M.
The Slice Tool
Once you’ve drawn your shapes, it’s time to slice! In the Tools Panel, you will find the ‘Slice Tool’ hidden under the ‘Eraser Tool’. To access it, click and hold on the ‘Eraser Tool’, then select ‘Slice Tool’. Alternatively, you can use the shortcut Shift+K .
Slicing the Design
With the Slice Tool selected, click on a corner of your shape and drag diagonally across the shape. Release the mouse, and your shape is now sliced!
Exporting Your Slices
Once you have sliced your shapes, you would probably want to save each slice individually. Adobe Illustrator makes this easy! Simply navigate to File > Export > Export for Screens. Here, you can choose which slices you want to export and set the format and location for the exported files.
File > Export > Export for Screens
In the ‘Export for Screens’ window, select your slices and click ‘Export Artboard’ to save your slices to the desired location.
Conclusion
Slicing in Adobe Illustrator is a handy tool for editing complex artwork or creating web layouts. With a few simple steps, you’ll be able to master this skill and make your design process more efficient. So go ahead, explore this feature and elevate your designs to the next level.
