The Hidden Power of Illustrator CS : Web Graphic Techniques

Summary

Unleash Illustrator's Power to Make Dynamic Web Graphics—Fast
Adobe Illustrator is a powerhouse web graphics tool. The problem is most people don't really know how to use it. That's where this book comes in. Step by step, The Hidden Power of Illustrator CS: Web Graphics Techniques teaches you to use everything Illustrator CS has to offer, helping you understand the new features, stop stumbling over the tools, anticipate problems, and get better, cleaner results. This is a valuable and easy-to-use resource for all Illustrator users ready to take their art to the web. Traditional print designers and students will benefit from its clear explanation of core web concepts while web professionals will soak up the advanced instruction, including in-depth coverage of SVG, web animation, and interactivity. Here's just a little of what you'll learn:

• Mastering essential Illustrator tools—and choosing the right one for the job
• Setting up your work environment
• Integrating your work with other applications, including GoLive, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, and ImageReady
• Using information in existing web pages to optimize images
• Building common web buttons and banners
• Setting up and exporting CSS layers from Illustrator
• Using Illustrator to build complete web pages
• Creating and using web page templates
• Setting up animations in Illustrator
• Understanding SVG and using it for interactivity
• Creating 3D animations using new Illustrator features 

Table of Contents

Foreword
Introduction

Chapter 1: Core Terms and Concepts
Chapter 2: Essential Illustrator Tools and Techniques
Chapter 3: Save For Web Reference
Chapter 4: Gathering the Required Information
Chapter 5: Preparing the Work Environment
Chapter 6: Creating Single Graphics
Chapter 7: Optimizing Spot Illustrations
Chapter 8: Creating Complete Pages
Chapter 9: Creating Animations
Chapter 10: Creating Scalable Vector Graphics (SVG)

Index