Designing for the web has always been an ongoing challenge for graphic designers, as the technology continues to evolve. One of the most important tasks in web design is creating the graphics in the correct format. In the past, designers used to create their graphics in Adobe Photoshop and then export them in the correct format. However, with the introduction of Illustrator CS6, Adobe has made the task of creating SVG files simpler than ever before.
SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics) is a vector image format used to create graphics that can be scaled to any size without losing quality. It is widely used on the web, and is supported by most web browsers. Creating SVG files in Illustrator CS6 is a simple process, and can be done in a few steps.
Step 1: Opening a New File in Illustrator
The first step in creating an SVG file in Illustrator CS6 is to open a new file. To do this, launch the Illustrator application, and then click the ‘File’ menu and select ‘New.’ A dialog box will appear, prompting you to enter the parameters of your new file. Enter the desired width and height of the document, as well as any other parameters you wish to set. Once you have entered these parameters, click ‘OK’ to open the new file.
Step 2: Creating Your Design
Now that you have opened a new file in Illustrator, you can begin creating your design. You can use a variety of tools to create your design, such as shapes, lines, and text. Once you have created your design, you can add colors, gradients, and other effects to make it even more interesting. Once you are satisfied with your design, you are ready to move on to the next step.
Step 3: Exporting Your Design as an SVG File
When you are ready to export your design as an SVG file, click the ‘File’ menu and select ‘Save As.’ A dialog box will appear, prompting you to enter a file name and choose a file format. From the list of file formats, select ‘SVG (*.svg).’ Once you have entered the file name and chosen the file format, click ‘Save’ to save your design as an SVG file.
Step 4: Optimizing Your SVG File
The next step in creating an SVG file in Illustrator CS6 is to optimize the file for web use. To do this, click the ‘File’ menu and select ‘Export.’ In the dialog box that appears, select the ‘SVG’ option from the list of file formats. You will then be presented with a number of options to optimize your SVG file. You can adjust the size, resolution, and other settings to optimize your SVG file for web use. When you are satisfied with the settings, click ‘OK’ to save the optimized SVG file.
Step 5: Testing Your SVG File
The last step in creating an SVG file in Illustrator CS6 is to test the file in a web browser. To do this, open your web browser and drag the SVG file into the browser window. The SVG file should then appear in the browser window. If the file appears correctly, then it has been successfully created. If it does not appear correctly, then you may need to adjust the settings in Illustrator and try again.
Conclusion
Creating SVG files in Illustrator CS6 is a simple process that can be completed in just a few steps. By following the steps outlined above, you can quickly and easily create SVG files that are optimized for web use. Once you have created and tested your SVG file, you can then use it in your web design projects. With the help of Illustrator CS6, creating SVG files is easier than ever before.