CNET Editors' review
True to its name, Adobe Illustrator began life as a standard-bearer for vector-based illustration and design, but fell behind the times because it lacked the Web output of competitors. Eager to shed Illustrator's stodgy image as a print-only application, Adobe has since taught this old dog many new tricks.
One instantly noticeable change is the panel-based interface, a change from the familiar palettes of old. The panels can be minimized to simple icon docks. Clicking on an icon opens up the palette it refers to, while hitting the arrow at the top opens all the palettes. No more worries about palettes blocking your workspace.
Colors get a lot of attention in CS3. They can now be grouped as you want them, and you can have CS3 suggest similar or related colors to you. The new Live Color function lets you easily change existing colors in your image. The app also includes integration with Adobe Flash, minimizing the hoop-jumping required for creating symbols in Illustrator and seamlessly importing them into Flash. Both programs now share the same hot key for defining symbols, and Illustrator now has Flash's graphics engine, further simplifying the crossover and importing process.
Other new features include a vector erasing tool, an improved cropping mechanism, tweaks in Live Trace, overhauled New Document Profiles, and more, but Illustrator is not for everyone. As is typical for Adobe products, the price, system requirements, and learning curve can be daunting. That said, this program offers features and functionality that can't be matched, and is a must-have for anyone who is serious about professional-quality digital illustration.
Publisher's Description
From Adobe Systems:
Create sophisticated vector artwork for virtually any medium. Capture your ideas easily with industry-standard drawing tools, and experiment freely with flexible new color controls. Experience tight integration with other Adobe applications, and let improved performance help speed you through creating extraordinary graphics.
Version CS3 adds new Web, drawing, and interactive tools.
What's new in this version: Version CS3 adds new Web, drawing, and interactive tools.
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All versions:
3.9 starsout of 78 votes
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Current version:
3.7 starsout of 31 votes
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"i feel interest to try Illustrator"
Version: Adobe Illustrator CS3
Pros
can make anything that i wish to
Cons
may it hard for me who was a new user
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"hi thanks for software"
Version: Adobe Illustrator CS3
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i like its
Cons
i love its
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thanks
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"Everything"
Version: Adobe Illustrator CS3
Pros
Everything, it is a much improved product. I am a graphic design student that has learned what this software is capable of. Once you combine this software with flash,
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Everything, it is a much improved product. I am a graphic design student that has learned what this software is capable of. Once you combine this software with flash
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Everything, it is a much improved product. I am a graphic design student that has learned what this software is capable of. Once you combine this software with flash, Dreamworks, Indesign, and photoshop you can do just about anything. Good for print, and website design.
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"good but there are better options out there"
Version: Adobe Illustrator CS3
Pros
the program is nice.....
Cons
but other softwares can do what AI can, without the hefty price. it also hangs very often.
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"truly a standard"
Version: Adobe Illustrator CS3
Pros
everything i ever needed in an illustration program-even more.. intuitive controls, tight outputs, fast renders, its all in this program
Cons
its a little expensive but the benefits are worth it..
Summary
this is an industry standard, an artist's must-have
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"Impressive program"
Version: Adobe Illustrator CS3
Pros
When you are skilled enough, there are almost nothing that you cannot do with this program. Vector based graphis is real powerful.
Cons
Very steep learning curve.
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"Es muy amigable y util de gran versatilidad"
Version: Adobe Illustrator CS3
Pros
Permite realizar una gama de actividades muy extensa, es versatil y de f�cil uso, hace que el usuario se involucre plenamente con sus trabajos
Cons
En realidad al momento no le he hallado mayor problema
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Me gusta ... me es muy funsional para mi trabajo
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"No download, they only has taken my email"
Version: Adobe Illustrator CS3
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"I love Illustrator, still the standard."
Version: Adobe Illustrator CS3
Pros
Everything, it is a much improved product. I am a graphic design student that has learned what this software is capable of. Once you combine this software with flash, Dreamworks, Indesign, and photoshop you can do just about anything. Good for print, and website design.
Cons
Difficult learning curve for inexperienced users.
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"tamam"
Version: Adobe Illustrator CS3
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