Creating a PDF from a specific artboard in Adobe Illustrator is a simple process that allows you to save and share your designs in a high-quality, easily accessible format. Whether you’re creating a portfolio, presenting a project to a client, or simply archiving your work, saving a specific artboard as a PDF can be a valuable skill to have. In this article, we’ll walk you through the steps to make a specific artboard to PDF in Adobe Illustrator.
Step 1: Open your Adobe Illustrator file
First, open your existing Adobe Illustrator file that contains the artboard you want to save as a PDF. If you haven’t already created the artboard, go ahead and do so by selecting the Artboard Tool from the toolbar and drawing a new artboard on the canvas.
Step 2: Select the specific artboard
Once your file is open, navigate to the artboard you want to save as a PDF. Make sure the specific artboard is selected by clicking on it to activate it. You can also use the Artboards panel to select the specific artboard you want to save.
Step 3: Save as a PDF
With the specific artboard selected, go to the “File” menu and select “Save As”. In the dialog box that appears, choose “Adobe PDF” as the format. This will open the Adobe PDF options dialog where you can customize the settings for your PDF file.
Step 4: Customize PDF settings
In the Adobe PDF options dialog, you can customize the settings for your PDF file according to your preferences. You can adjust the compression, compatibility, and security settings, as well as the artboard range and other options. Make sure to select “Use Artboards” to export only the specific artboard you have selected.
Step 5: Save and export
After customizing the PDF settings, click “Save” to specify the name and location for the PDF file. Once you’ve chosen the save location, click “Save” again to export the specific artboard as a PDF.
That’s it! You have successfully saved a specific artboard as a PDF in Adobe Illustrator. You can now easily share your design with others, print it, or archive it for future reference. By following these simple steps, you can make the most of Illustrator’s powerful features to save and share your artboards in a professional and efficient manner.
