Replacing linked images in Adobe Illustrator is a straightforward process. You can do it directly in the document by simply dragging and dropping the new image onto the existing linked image.
Here's a step-by-step guide:
- Open your Illustrator document.
- Select the linked image you want to replace. You can do this by clicking on it directly or using the Selection Tool (V).
- Drag and drop the new image onto the linked image. Illustrator will automatically replace the old image with the new one.
Alternative Methods:
- Using the Links Panel:
- Open the Links panel (Window > Links).
- Select the linked image in the panel.
- Click the "Replace Linked File" button. This will open a file browser where you can choose the new image.
- Using the "Edit Original" Command:
- Select the linked image.
- Right-click on the image and choose "Edit Original".
- Replace the image in the external editor.
- Save the changes in the external editor.
- Return to Illustrator to see the updated image.
Remember: When replacing linked images, ensure that the new image has the same resolution and dimensions as the original image to avoid any distortion or resizing issues.
