description Adobe Illustrator CC Overview
Similar to the main Illustrator listing, this focuses on the continuous cloud updates. The CC version ensures that designers benefit immediately from new vector tools, improved performance on modern operating systems, and updated compatibility with the latest versions of Photoshop and InDesign. It guarantees access to the most optimized version of the vector powerhouse.
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What's the difference between Adobe Illustrator CC and the old Illustrator CS6?
Illustrator CC is subscription-based through Adobe Creative Cloud, which Adobe introduced in 2013, while CS6 from 2012 was the last version sold as a perpetual license. CC subscribers receive continuous feature updates, whereas CS6 only gets basic bug-fix support and no new tools.
Does my Illustrator CC subscription include the iPad version?
Yes. Adobe launched Illustrator for the iPad in 2020, and it is included with a standard Illustrator single-app or Creative Cloud subscription. Cloud documents sync between desktop and iPad so you can start work on one device and finish on the other.
What are cheaper alternatives to subscribing to Illustrator CC?
Affinity Designer is the best-known one-time-purchase rival and its developer Serif was acquired by Canva in 2024, keeping its no-subscription model. Inkscape is a free, open-source vector editor, and CorelDRAW is another long-standing paid alternative.
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