Smart guides finally displayed angle tooltips (e.g., "45°") when rotating an object with the Free Transform tool.

Updates to Repeats (Radial, Grid, Mirror) and scripting enhancements.

The 2021 cycle also marked the last time Adobe prioritized Intel x86 optimization before shifting focus to Apple Silicon in late 2021.

With the new GPU-accelerated rendering engine, Emma was able to work faster and more efficiently. She used the improved Cloud Document support to share her design with her client in real-time, and received feedback that helped her refine the design. And with the AI-powered tools, she was able to make precise edits to her design, creating a logo that exceeded her client's expectations.