Introduction
Prepare for the Illustrator ACA exam
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1. Become an Adobe Certified Associate
What is ACA certification?
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The benefits of ACA status
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The ACA exam objectives
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2. Create a Personal Study Plan
Assess your current knowledge and skills
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Develop a study schedule
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Find study resources
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Test-taking strategies
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3. Exam Objectives: Set Project Requirements
Identify the purpose and audience for graphics
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Communicate with peers and clients
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Demonstrate knowledge of basic project management concepts
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Understanding copyright, permissions, and licensing
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Obtain permission to use images of people and locations
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Understanding digital image terminology
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Understanding how color is created in digital images
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Understanding principles and techniques of design
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Understanding typographic principles
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Understanding composition terms and principles
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4. Exam Objectives: Project Setup and Interface
Set appropriate document settings
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Create a new document template
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Using elements of the Illustrator interface
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Organize and customize the workspace
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Configure application preferences
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Navigate a document
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Using rulers
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Using guides and grids
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Use views and viewing modes
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Open and import images
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Place assets
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Set fill and stroke colors
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Create and customize gradients
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Create and edit swatches and swatch libraries
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Using the Color Guide panel
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Access brushes, symbols, and patterns
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Create brushes
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Create symbols
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Create patterns
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5. Exam Objectives: Organize Documents
Work with layers
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Work with masks
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6. Exam Objectives: Create and Modify Visual Elements
Using the Pen tool
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Using the Painting tools
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Add type to a design
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Format type
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Convert type to outlines
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Make selections
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Work with groups
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Modify artboards
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Transform graphical elements
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Using Image Trace
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Using effects
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Work with graphic styles
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Expand the appearance of objects
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7. Exam Objectives: Publish Digital Media
Check documents for errors and project specifications
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Save in native file format
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Save in appropriate formats for print or screen
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Export project elements
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Package an Illustrator project
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Ex_Files_Cert_Prep_Abode_Certified_Associate_Illustrator.zip
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