In this article, we will go through the step-by-step process of removing the background from an image using Adobe Illustrator.
Step 1: Open the Image in Adobe Illustrator
The first step to remove the background of an image is to open the image in Adobe Illustrator. Navigate to the File menu and select Open, and browse your computer to locate the image to work with.
Once you open the image, a dialogue box will appear asking you to choose the resolution and size of the image. Set the resolution to 300ppi, and the size to the required output size you want.
Step 2: Create a Background Layer
Before you can begin to remove the background from the image, you need to create a background layer. To do this, go to the Layers panel (if it’s not open, go to Window > Layers) and click the new layer icon (+) and name it “Background”. Drag this layer to the bottom of the panel, so it’s the first layer.
Step 3: Select the Object
To remove the background, select the object that you want to keep in the image. To do this, use the Selection tool (V) to click and drag over the object until it’s selected. You can also use the Magic Wand tool (Y) or the lasso tool (Q) to make the selection.
Step 4: Inverse the Selection
Now that you’ve selected the object, you’ll want to invert the selection, which will select the background. To do this, navigate to Select > Inverse or use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+Shift+I.
Step 5: Remove the Background
With the background selected, you can now remove it. Simply hit the delete key on the keyboard, and the background will be deleted. If there are any leftover pixels, you can zoom in and use the Eraser tool (Shift+E) or the brush tool (B) to remove them.
Step 6: Save the Image
Once the background has been removed, you can save the image. Go to File > Save As and choose the file format you prefer. The AI (Adobe Illustrator) file format is recommended since it will allow you to reopen the file and continue editing it without losing any quality.
Conclusion
Removing the background from an image is an essential task in graphic design. Thankfully, with Adobe Illustrator, the process is straightforward and accurate. By following the six steps outlined above, you’ll be able to quickly and efficiently remove the background from any image. With some practice, you’ll be able to do it like a pro and create stunning graphics and designs.