Can I Open Svg in Illustrator?
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The svg files can be opened in Inkscape and edited, or saved as eps files which can be opened in Adobe Illustrator CS5. Unfortunately Inkscape collapses all the Illustrator layers into one layer, but editing is still possible.

How do I import an SVG file into Illustrator?

Import SVG files

  1. Using the File Import option: Click File > Import > Import to Stage, or Import to Library and select the SVG file.
  2. Drag and drop an SVG file directly on to the stage.
  3. Using SVG assets stored in your CC library: Drag and drop the asset from CC library directly on to stage or your document’s library.

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Can I use SVG in Illustrator?

Illustrator supports SVG as a first-class file format. You can File > Save As… and choose “SVG” as an option, as an alternative to the default `. ai` file format.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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