What’s New in Adobe Illustrator CC (2019
Release)
Adobe Illustrator CC (2019 release) is packed with new and innovative features to help you
produce artwork more efficiently for print, web, and digital video publication. The features and
exercises in this book are based on Illustrator CC (2019 release). In this section, you’ll learn
about many of these new features.
Global edit
Global edit is a quick and easy way to select and edit all similar objects based on appearance and
size. It minimizes the likelihood of making manual errors and saves time as well.
Freeform gradients
Freeform gradients let you apply a graduated blend of colors, creating blends that appear smooth
and natural. You can add, move, and change the color of color stops to seamlessly apply
gradients to your objects. With a freeform gradient fill, you can create a smooth color gradation
across objects quickly and easily.