You Asked: What Is a Template Layer in Illustrator?
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A template layer is a locked, dimmed layer you can use to draw over placed images with the Pen tool, much like you would do with a piece of onion skin paper over the top of an image.

What is the purpose of a template image in Illustrator?

Adobe Illustrator Tutorial: Template layers in Illustrator

Template layers are locked, nonprinting layers that you can use to manually trace images. Template layers can come in handy when you want to trace a raster image by hand or you want to create artwork from the scan of a mock-up design.

How do I use a template in Illustrator?

Using our Templates with Adobe Illustrator

  1. Open the Illustrator Template File. …
  2. View the Template. …
  3. Select the “Your Artwork” Layer. …
  4. Create/Import Artwork. …
  5. Place Your Artwork and Images. …
  6. Save Your File as a PDF.
Robert Thorne

Robert Thorne

Automotive & Future Transportation Editor

Robert Thorne covers electric vehicle innovations, autonomous driving systems, global mobility trends, and automotive engineering developments.

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