: Adobe has focused on enhancing the performance of Illustrator, ensuring smoother interactions, faster loading times, and more efficient handling of large files.
: At least 8GB is required, but 16GB is the "sweet spot" for handling complex vector artwork.
This version solidified the ability to save and work on files in the cloud, allowing for seamless transitions between the desktop app and Illustrator on iPad Snap to Japanese Glyphs:
| Task | Illustrator 2020 (v 25.0) | Illustrator 2021 (v 25.3.1) | % Improvement | |------|---------------------------|----------------------------|---------------| | Open 10‑artboard file (≈ 150 MB) | 6.2 s | 4.1 s | | | Apply Gaussian Blur (radius 10 px) to 5 000 objects | 3.8 s | 2.4 s | 37 % | | Export to PNG (4 K) | 2.8 s | 1.7 s | 39 % | | Run “Flatten Transparency” on 12‑layer complex vector | 5.6 s | 3.1 s | 45 % |
: v25.3 improved the ability to invite others to edit documents in real-time, boosting collaborative workflows. System Requirements for Smooth Performance
