[MODULE 2] Eps 3. Mengetahui Shortcut & Navigation Pada Ai (Part 1) | Dasar Adobe Illustrator

Summary

In this video tutorial, the presenter explores essential navigation and shortcut keys used in Adobe Illustrator to help designers work more efficiently. The tutorial covers various commands for managing artboards, selecting, copying, and pasting elements, as well as shortcuts for file handling, undoing actions, and using guides. By focusing on time-saving techniques, the video aims to equip viewers with practical skills to streamline their design process and increase productivity in Illustrator. The first part of the tutorial concludes with an overview of frequently used tools and essential shortcuts.

Takeaways

• 😀 Learn essential shortcuts in Adobe Illustrator to speed up the design process.
• 😀 Use shortcuts like 'Ctrl + Z' or 'Cmd + Z'Script Summary Request for Undo, and 'Shift + Ctrl + Z' or 'Shift + Cmd + Z' for Redo.
• 😀 Quickly move objects by pressing arrow keys (1 point) or 'Shift' + arrow keys (10 points).
• 😀 'Ctrl + C' (Cmd + C) for Copy, 'Ctrl + X' (Cmd + X) for Cut, and 'Ctrl + V' (Cmd + V) for Paste are basic shortcuts.
• 😀 Use 'Ctrl + F' (Cmd + F) to Paste in Front and 'Ctrl + B' (Cmd + B) to Paste in Back.
• 😀 Learn how to use 'Shift + Ctrl + V' (Shift + Cmd + V) for Paste in Place to copy elements exactly where they were.
• 😀 Organize and manage artboards more efficiently using shortcuts like 'Alt + Ctrl + 0' (Option + Cmd + 0) to view all artboards.
• 😀 Use 'Ctrl + R' (Cmd + R) to toggle rulers and drag guides from the rulers to aid in precise placement of elements.
• 😀 'Ctrl + Y' (Cmd + Y) allows you to view the outline of objects, useful for designing detailed icons or logos.
• 😀 To avoid accidentally selecting locked elements, use the 'Ctrl + 2' (Cmd + 2) shortcut to lock selected items, and 'Ctrl + Alt + 2' (Cmd + Option + 2) to unlock all items at once.

Q & A

What is the primary purpose of learning keyboard shortcuts in Adobe Illustrator?

The primary purpose of learning keyboard shortcuts in Adobe Illustrator is to speed up the design process by allowing designers to perform actions more quickly, enhancing their efficiency while creating designs.

What is the shortcut to move an object by one point in any direction?

To move an object by one point in any direction, you can use the arrow keys on the keyboard: left, right, up, or down.

How can you move an object by 10 points instead of just 1 point?

To move an object by 10 points, you need to hold the 'Shift' key while pressing the arrow keys (left, right, up, or down).

What is the difference between the 'Undo' and 'Redo' shortcuts?

'Undo' is used to reverse the last action, and its shortcut is 'Ctrl + Z' (or 'Cmd + Z' on Mac). 'Redo' reverts the 'Undo' action, and its shortcut is 'Shift + Ctrl + Z' (or 'Shift + Cmd + Z' on Mac).

What does the 'Paste in Front' shortcut do?

The 'Paste in Front' shortcut ('Ctrl + F' or 'Cmd + F') pastes a copied object directly on top of the previously selected object in the exact same position.

How can you paste an object behind the existing objects?

To paste an object behind the selected object, you can use the 'Paste in Back' shortcut ('Ctrl + B' or 'Cmd + B').

What is the difference between 'Paste in Place' and 'Paste in Front'?

'Paste in Place' ('Shift + Ctrl + V' or 'Shift + Cmd + V') pastes an object at the exact location where it was originally copied, while 'Paste in Front' places the object on top of the selected elements.

How can you access the keyboard shortcuts list in Adobe Illustrator?

You can access the list of keyboard shortcuts in Adobe Illustrator by going to 'Edit' > 'Keyboard Shortcuts'. Here, you can also customize your own shortcuts.

What is the purpose of the 'Bounding Box' in Illustrator?

The 'Bounding Box' is used to select and resize multiple elements at once. It provides a visual guide for manipulating the size and position of selected objects, making it easier to adjust elements during the design process.

How can you view all artboards in Adobe Illustrator at once?

To view all artboards at once, press 'Alt + Ctrl + 0' (or 'Option + Cmd + 0' on Mac). This will display all artboards in the workspace, allowing you to see the entire project layout.