Adobe Illustrator 2021
3D and Materials (beta), Retype, improved cloud documents
- 3D and Materials effect (beta)
- Retype for matching fonts in raster images
- Discover panel for tools and tutorials
- Improved cloud document support
About Adobe Illustrator 2021
Adobe Illustrator 2021 introduced a beta version of the new 3D and Materials effect, improved cloud document management, and the Retype feature for matching fonts in rasterized text. The Discover panel was added for finding tools and tutorials quickly. Works on Windows 7 through Windows 10.
Key Features
- 3D and Materials effect (beta)
- Retype for matching fonts in raster images
- Discover panel for tools and tutorials
- Improved cloud document support
- Snap to Glyph improvements
- Works on Windows 7 through Windows 10
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 | 2.7 GB of available hard-disk space |
| gpu | GPU with DirectX 11 support, 1 GB VRAM |
Adobe Illustrator 2021 vs Adobe Illustrator 2020 — Which to Choose?
Adobe Illustrator 2021 brings sky replacement and neural filters introduction, faster startup, while Adobe Illustrator 2020 focuses on object selection 1.0, improved camera raw, presets overhaul. Choose 2021 for the latest capabilities and long-term updates, or stay on 2020 if you prefer a familiar, lower-overhead release.
| Feature | Adobe Illustrator 2021 | Adobe Illustrator 2020 |
|---|---|---|
| Release era | 2021 | 2020 |
| Highlights | Sky Replacement and Neural Filters introduction, faster startup | Object Selection 1.0, improved Camera Raw, presets overhaul |
| Performance | ✓ Optimized for modern CPUs and GPUs | ⚠ Tuned for hardware of its time |
| OS support | Windows 10 (22H2) / Windows 11 | 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 2021 Keyboard Shortcuts
How to Install Adobe Illustrator 2021
- Download the Adobe Illustrator 2021 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 2021 — sign in with your Adobe ID or apply your activation, and you are ready to work.