Illustrator Tools Flashcard

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What is the primary function of the Selection Tool in Adobe Illustrator?

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To select entire objects

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Which tool in Illustrator is best used for creating complex shapes and paths through clicking and dragging?

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Pen Tool

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How can you add a new color swatch in Adobe Illustrator? Options: By double-clicking on an existing swatch, By selecting the Paintbrush Tool, By using the Create New Swatch button in the Swatches panel, By dragging a color from the Color Picker onto the canvas

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By using the Create New Swatch button in the Swatches panel

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What is the purpose of layers in Adobe Illustrator?

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To organize and manage different parts of your artwork

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Which tool allows you to create text along a path in Illustrator?

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Type on a Path Tool

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How can you convert a point from a corner to a smooth point using the Pen Tool?

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By using the Convert Anchor Point Tool

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What is the shortcut for the Direct Selection Tool in Adobe Illustrator?

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A

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Which of the following is NOT a shape tool in Illustrator?
Rectangle Tool,
Ellipse Tool,
Spiral Tool,
Gradient Tool

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Gradient Tool

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How can you create a new layer in Adobe Illustrator?

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Click the New Layer button at the bottom of the Layers panel

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What happens when you double-click on a swatch in the Swatches panel?

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It opens the Swatch Options dialog box.