Check out these tutorials to master drawing basics and advanced shape-building in Illustrator CC 2018:
If you find yourself doing repetitive tasks, try saving a New Document Preset to quickly launch projects with your preferred dimensions and color modes.
Adobe Illustrator CC 2018 remains a beloved version for many designers, introducing several quality-of-life updates that streamlined vector workflows. Here are some of its standout features and tips for getting the most out of it: ✨ Key Features of the 2018 Release adobe-illustrator-cc-2018
Use Shift + M to quickly merge or erase overlapping shapes—perfect for creating complex logos from basic geometry.
You can now collect objects from multiple artboards and export them in various formats (SVG, PNG, JPG) simultaneously, making it ideal for web and UI designers. Check out these tutorials to master drawing basics
Support for OpenType variable fonts allows you to customize font weight, width, and slant using sliders. 💡 Quick Tips for Beginners
Adobe moved more controls into the Properties panel, allowing you to access tools like Artboard settings, Align , and Transform in one central location based on your selection. You can now collect objects from multiple artboards
This was a game-changer for character design. It allows you to add "pins" to your artwork to transform or twist shapes and text without manual path editing.