Adobe Illustrator 2023, version 27.0, focuses on streamlining complex workflows through automation and collaborative tools. Rather than just adding "bells and whistles," this update introduces features like that fundamentally change how designers handle object layering and interaction. Key New Features in Version 27.0
: Files with many linked images, specifically PNGs, now open significantly faster than in previous versions. Adobe Illustrator 2023, version 27
: Building on previous updates, version 27.0 offers improved 3D design capabilities, allowing for better integration of 3D elements into 2D artwork. It also adds support for additional 3D file formats like glTF and USDA , which are compatible with Adobe Substance. Performance and Technical Improvements : Building on previous updates, version 27
: This is the standout addition of the 2023 release. It allows you to partially overlap shapes, paths, and even live text without manually cutting or using the Pathfinder tool. By selecting objects and choosing Object > Intertwine > Make , you can use a lasso to define which parts of an object should appear in front of or behind another. It allows you to partially overlap shapes, paths,
Adobe has fine-tuned the "under-the-hood" performance to ensure a smoother experience.