Adobe Illustrator Versions By Year !!exclusive!! Jun 2026

Version 3.0 (Desert Moose) – Introduced compound paths (allowing objects with holes) and graphing tools.

This era saw Illustrator embrace web graphics and stabilize its interface. adobe illustrator versions by year

The "CS" era saw Illustrator integrated into a larger software package and the introduction of advanced 3D and tracing capabilities. Version 3

Version 5.0 (Saturn) – Brought live editing in "Preview" mode to the Mac, eliminating the need to toggle between two windows. adobe illustrator versions by year