: Some users reported an issue where artboards appeared small within a massive red canvas, often related to the new large canvas functionality on macOS.
Adobe Illustrator 2020 (v24.2.1) was a major point release that significantly expanded the software's capabilities, most notably by introducing a "large canvas" for expansive design work. Key Features & Enhancements
: The version included backend rearchitecting to improve the speed of rendering effects like drop shadows and Gaussian blurs. Large, complex files with multiple artboards could save more than 2x faster than in previous versions. Adobe Illustrator 2020 v24.2.1
: Users gained the option to turn on spelling indicators that alert them to errors as they type. Known Issues and Technical Details
To run this version smoothly, the minimum hardware requirements generally included: : Some users reported an issue where artboards
inches , allowing for designs up to 10 times larger than previous limits. This was specifically tailored for users designing full-scale signage.
: 64-bit compatible dual-core processor (Intel or AMD). Memory : 4 GB RAM minimum (16 GB recommended). Storage : Approximately 2 GB of available disk space. Large, complex files with multiple artboards could save
: As of 2023, Adobe no longer provides installers for Illustrator 2020 (v24.x) through the Creative Cloud application. If the software is uninstalled, it generally cannot be reinstalled unless you already have the local setup. System Requirements