This 17th version of the industry-standard vector graphics software introduced several features that are now considered essential:
: As the debut "CC" version, it enabled users to sync their preferences, presets, and workspaces across multiple machines via their Adobe ID. This 17th version of the industry-standard vector graphics
: Web designers benefited from the ability to generate and copy CSS code directly from Illustrator objects, speeding up the transition from mockup to live code. This was a massive boost for stability when
The "64" in the keyword refers to the , which allows the software to access more of your system's RAM. This was a massive boost for stability when working with complex files, large artboards, or high-resolution linked images. Minimum Windows Requirements (v17) Processor Intel Pentium 4 or AMD Athlon 64 Operating System Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, or 8.1 RAM 2 GB (8 GB recommended for 64-bit) Hard Disk 2 GB of available space for installation GPU OpenGL 4.0 capable system (for GPU performance) The "ChingLiu" Build Context : This update allowed users to create brushes
The release of (also known as the "v17" or the original 2013 Creative Cloud release) marked a pivotal moment in the history of graphic design. This version was the first to transition fully into the Creative Cloud ecosystem, moving away from the traditional standalone "Creative Suite" (CS) model to a subscription-based service.
: This update allowed users to create brushes from photos (raster images). This opened new creative doors for organic, textured, and complex brush strokes that were previously impossible to achieve using only vectors.
: Similar to InDesign, Illustrator CC 17 introduced "Package" functionality to gather all linked images and fonts into a single folder for easy hand-off to printers or collaborators. System Requirements & 64-Bit Performance