Adobe Illustrator 2020
Global Editing, enhanced Recolor Artwork, improved performance
- Global Editing for similar objects
- Improved Recolor Artwork algorithm
- Simplified toolbar for beginners
- Better Pathfinder performance
About Adobe Illustrator 2020
Adobe Illustrator 2020 introduced Global Editing for editing all similar objects at once. Recolor Artwork was improved with better color harmony algorithms. Performance was significantly improved, especially for files with many objects and complex paths.
Key Features
- Global Editing for similar objects
- Improved Recolor Artwork algorithm
- Simplified toolbar for beginners
- Better Pathfinder performance
- Snap to Glyph feature
- Properties panel improvements
System Requirements
| os | Windows 7 SP1 (64-bit), Windows 8.1, or Windows 10 |
| cpu | Intel or AMD 64-bit, 2 GHz or faster |
| ram | 8 GB (16 GB recommended) |
| hdd | 2.5 GB of available hard-disk space |
| gpu | GPU with DirectX 11 support, 1 GB VRAM |
Adobe Illustrator 2020 vs Adobe Illustrator 2019 — Which to Choose?
Adobe Illustrator 2020 brings object selection 1.0, improved camera raw, presets overhaul, while Adobe Illustrator 2019 focuses on content-aware fill workspace, frame tool, multiple undos. Choose 2020 for the latest capabilities and long-term updates, or stay on 2019 if you prefer a familiar, lower-overhead release.
| Feature | Adobe Illustrator 2020 | Adobe Illustrator 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| Release era | 2020 | 2019 |
| Highlights | Object Selection 1.0, improved Camera Raw, presets overhaul | Content-Aware Fill workspace, frame tool, multiple undos |
| Performance | ✓ Optimized for modern CPUs and GPUs | ⚠ Tuned for hardware of its time |
| OS support | Windows 7 SP1 / 8.1 / 10 | Windows 7 SP1 / 8.1 / 10 |
| Installer size | ~2.8 GB | ~2.6 GB |
| Recommended for | ✓ Newest features and current Windows 11 builds | ⚠ Older PCs and proven, stable workflows |
Adobe Illustrator 2020 Keyboard Shortcuts
How to Install Adobe Illustrator 2020
- Download the Adobe Illustrator 2020 installer using the button above.
- Close any running Adobe applications and temporarily pause real-time antivirus to avoid file locks.
- Right-click
Set-up.exeand choose Run as administrator, then follow the on-screen prompts. - Pick your interface language and target drive (about 2.8 GB of free space is required).
- Launch Adobe Illustrator 2020 — sign in with your Adobe ID or apply your activation, and you are ready to work.