Graphics Programs Reference
In-Depth Information
oldest file with the newest, wherever it is.
Edit> Settings> Import/Export also allows you to import a settings file, or create a file from
settings to export as a conventional file. Use the file for backup, or to share settings with
others without using the Cloud.
Sync Settings in the Preferences dia-
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The Custom Tools panel
Although Illustrator has long allowed you to “tear off” sets of tools when you drag on the
arrow at the right end of the tearaway strip, you can now build your own custom collections
with any icons from the Tools panel. To make a custom panel, choose Window> Tools>
New Tools panel and name it. Initially, your custom panel will only contain the Swatch
Proxy icon, which can't be removed. To add the first tool, drag it to the custom panel and
drop it on the large + icon (plus), which is then replaced by your tool. For each additional
tool, your cursor will display a + (plus) to indicate you can add the tool, while a blue line
indicates where in the panel the tool will be added when you let go. To access tools hidden
beneath others, first use the tear-off panel to make all those tools visible. Swap the position
of one tool with another in your panel by holding down the Option/Alt key and dragging
one tool on top of the other. To remove a tool from the panel, first make sure you have a
document open, then simply drag the tool off the panel and release when you see the minus
sign added to your cursor.
