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You can import vector Adobe Illustrator files as well as PDFs through the Library view and File menu. Make sure you have the rights to modify your Library folder and the your files are in RGB format.
How to import an AI or PDF file
- In the Library view, right-click on the Stage
- Do one of the following:
- In the top menu, select File > Import > SWF, Illustrator Files to Library.
- Right-click on any unlocked folder and select Import Files.
The browser window opens.
- Find and select your AI or PDF file in the Import Files dialog box and click Open.
The Rename dialog box opens.
- Type in a name for the new template or keep the name of the original AI or PDF file.
- Click OK.
A new template folder is created in the Library view.
- Drag the new template folder from the Library view to the left side of the Timeline view. Wait until the copy cursor
appears before releasing the folder.
The message window opens.
- The colour recovery dialog box appears, requesting that a colour recovery should occur. Before clicking the Yes button, you have the option of selecting the Do Not Ask Again For This Session option if you plan to import multiple .ai or .pdf files.
The colour palette used to create the .ai or .pdf file is imported and a new palette is created under the imported file’s name.
Next Topic
Setting the Scene Length
Topics List
- About Bitmap Image Import
- Importing Bitmap Images
- Importing PSD Files as Separate Layers
- Changing the Bitmap Image Quality
- About Vector Image Import
- Importing AI and PDF Files
- Setting the Scene Length
- Extending a Single Exposure
- Importing a Sound File
- Playing Sound
- Activity 1: Importing a Background and Sound File