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1. Illustrator v30.0 thinks file isn't saved, right after saving it

   On some (but not all) files, Illustrator v30.0 will immediately add an asterisk to the name of the file in the tab, even though I have not made any changes to the file. If I save the file and then try to close the file, I am prompted to save the file again, despite having just saved it.

   I just tested the exact same file in v30.0, v29.8.2 and v28.7.2, using MacOS 15.5 on a Studio M2 Max:

   -I am saving the file to the desktop
   -I have all settings related to "save in background" under "File Handling" turned OFF

   In v30.0 and 29.8.2 the asterisk appears immediately after saving the file. I don't even need to touch the keyboard or mouse.
   In v28.7.2 it does not, and works normally.

   Any thoughts?

   On some (but not all) files, Illustrator v30.0 will immediately add an asterisk to the name of the file in the tab, even though I have not made any changes to the file. If I save the file and then try to close the file, I am prompted to save the file again, despite having just saved it.

   I just tested the exact same file in v30.0, v29.8.2 and v28.7.2, using MacOS 15.5 on a Studio M2 Max:

   -I am saving the file to the desktop
   -I have all settings related to "save in background" under "File Handling" turned OFF

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2. Asset export does not include appearance outside bounding box area of text objects (preview bounds are ignored)

   In Illustrator 2025 (using version 29.3.1), when exporting assets, appearance elements outside the bounding box area are cut off.
   In 2024 (28.7.5) and 2023 (27.9.6), all elements are exported without cutting.

   Reproduction Procedure
   1. create a text object
   2. add a bold stroke color to the text
   3. add as an asset export item
   4. export the asset

   Expected result
   Designs with stroke color should be exported as in previous versions without problems.

   Appendix.
   If a fill is added instead of a line and “path offset” is applied instead, this problem can be avoided because the bounding box is extended.

   <にほんご>
   Illustrator2025（バージョン29.3.1を使用）ではアセットを書き出した際、バウンディングボックス領域外のアピアランス要素がカットされてしまう。
   2024（28.7.5）、2023（27.9.6）ではすべての要素が切れることなく書き出しできている。

   再現手順
   1. テキストオブジェクトを作成
   2. テキストに太い線カラーを追加
   3. アセット書き出し項目として追加
   4. アセット書き出し

   期待する結果
   線によるデザインでも問題なく、以前のバージョンのように書き出しされること

   付記
   線ではなく、塗りを追加して「パスのオフセット」を適用したもので代用した場合、バウンディングボックスは拡張されるためこの問題は回避することができる。

   In Illustrator 2025 (using version 29.3.1), when exporting assets, appearance elements outside the bounding box area are cut off.
   In 2024 (28.7.5) and 2023 (27.9.6), all elements are exported without cutting.

   Reproduction Procedure
   1. create a text object
   2. add a bold stroke color to the text
   3. add as an asset export item
   4. export the asset

   Expected result
   Designs with stroke color should be exported as in previous versions without problems.

   Appendix.
   If a fill is added instead of a line and “path offset” is applied instead, this problem can be avoided because the bounding box is extended.

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3. DXF export produces silently incorrect geometry for fabrication workflows

   I initially submitted this as a feature request.
   After further discussion and testing, I’ve come to the conclusion that this is better classified as a bug: the export completes successfully, but silently produces geometrically incorrect data for precision workflows.

   Illustrator offers DXF export as a supported output format. However, when exporting geometry that is visually exact (e.g. circles, constant-radius constructions, rounded slots), the resulting DXF contains only Bézier-approximated splines or segmented polylines, without warning.

   This results in silent degradation of geometric accuracy:
   • Visually exact geometry in Illustrator
   • Numerically incorrect geometry in DXF
   • Errors only become apparent downstream during CNC fabrication
   From a user perspective, this means the DXF export cannot be relied upon for manufacturing, despite being offered as an export option.

   This creates a fundamental problem:
   • Either DXF export should preserve exact geometry where it exists (LINE / ARC / CIRCLE),
   • Or the export should clearly warn that geometry is being approximated and is not manufacturing-safe.

   At the moment, neither happens. The export succeeds, but produces data that is unsuitable for precision workflows without the user being aware of it.

   This is not a request to turn Illustrator into a CAD application, but a request for correctness, transparency, or removal of an export option that currently implies reliability it does not deliver.

   I initially submitted this as a feature request.
   After further discussion and testing, I’ve come to the conclusion that this is better classified as a bug: the export completes successfully, but silently produces geometrically incorrect data for precision workflows.

   Illustrator offers DXF export as a supported output format. However, when exporting geometry that is visually exact (e.g. circles, constant-radius constructions, rounded slots), the resulting DXF contains only Bézier-approximated splines or segmented polylines, without warning.

   This results in silent degradation of geometric accuracy:
   • Visually exact geometry in Illustrator
   • Numerically incorrect geometry in DXF
   • Errors only become apparent downstream… more

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4. Vorschaubilder verschwinden im Bridge

   Hallo, ich habe folgendes Problem mit Illustrator (30.2.1) und Bridge (16.02.23) auf einem Windows Rechner mit 64GB Ram, Windows 11 Pro und eine RTX 3060 Ti.

   Wenn ich momentan im Illustrator eine Datei speichere zweig mir Bridge diese Datei nicht mehr korrekt an.

   Beispiel:
   - Normal war die Anzeige in Bridge wie Bild01.jpg
   - die geöffnete Datei im Illustrator wo alles stimmt ist wie Bild02.jpg, alle Verknüpfungen sind intakt
   - ändere ich in der Datei nur das Darum und speichere, ist nun die Anzeige im Bridge wie im Bild03.jpg daher zusammen wie Bild04.jpg

   Öffne ich die Datei im Illustrator ist alles ohne Fehler vorhanden.
   Verknüpfe ich das Bild über das Menü neu und speichere es dann wieder, stimmt die Vorschau im Bridge wieder wie bei Bild01.jpg.

   Schließe ich dann die Datei stimmt die Vorschau im Bridge, wenn ich sie dann wieder öffne stimmt alles.
   Nehme ich irgendeine Änderung vor, Bsp. Text anpassen oder Ebene einmal aus und einblenden und speichere dann wieder normal, ist die Vorschau in Bridge wieder wie bei Bild04.jpg, also defekt.

   Ich muss also in so einem Fall bei Änderungen aktuell vor dem Speichern immer alle Verknüpfungen aktualisieren und dann speichern damit ich im Brigde die richtige Vorschau habe. Hier ist es auch egal ob es eine Verknüpfung mit einem JPG oder PSD ist.

   Sonnige Grüße von Usedom

   Hallo, ich habe folgendes Problem mit Illustrator (30.2.1) und Bridge (16.02.23) auf einem Windows Rechner mit 64GB Ram, Windows 11 Pro und eine RTX 3060 Ti.

   Wenn ich momentan im Illustrator eine Datei speichere zweig mir Bridge diese Datei nicht mehr korrekt an.

   Beispiel:
   - Normal war die Anzeige in Bridge wie Bild01.jpg
   - die geöffnete Datei im Illustrator wo alles stimmt ist wie Bild02.jpg, alle Verknüpfungen sind intakt
   - ändere ich in der Datei nur das Darum und speichere, ist nun die Anzeige im Bridge wie im Bild03.jpg daher zusammen wie Bild04.jpg

   Öffne ich die Datei im Illustrator ist… more

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5. Files not saved properly with incorrect display

   Since we started working with Adobe Illustrator 30, we have encountered various files, both saved as ai and pdf, that display a different and incorrect image in the preview. As a result, our printing software also opens and processes these incorrectly, resulting in incorrect printing.
   When we reopen and resave the file, it is fine.
   For the time being, we have gone back to Adobe Illustrator 29, because we can no longer rely on our print file in this way.

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6. Illustrator takes years to save normal sized files without any super expensive graphical elements

   Illustrator takes years to save normal sized files without any super expensive graphical elements

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7. Stroke issues with text containers when exporting into SVG

   When exporting to SVG, text frames are interpreted as separate entities and inherit stroke/fill attributes from the text or group they are in. This results in unwanted strokes around the text frame itself. With other formats there are no issues.

   Attached a native-export-png and a result of a svg-export-png.

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8. Transparency Lost in After Effects When Importing v30 AI Files

   Transparency Information Lost When Importing Illustrator v30 AI Files into After Effects 2026

   Environment:
   - Hardware: MacBook Pro 16-inch (November 2023), Apple M3 Pro, 36GB RAM
   - OS: macOS Sequoia 15.7.4
   - Illustrator version with issue: v30.2.1 (2026)
   - Illustrator version without issue: v28.7.10 (2024)
   - After Effects version: 2026

   When an .ai file saved in Illustrator 2026 (v30) is imported as footage into After Effects 2026, transparency information — including blend modes, opacity settings, and effects such as drop shadows — is lost or ignored. Affected layers render as fully opaque.

   Re-saving the identical artwork in Illustrator 2024 (v28.7.10) and importing that file into the same After Effects project resolves the issue completely.

   This suggests that a change in the .ai file format or internal data structure introduced in v30 is no longer being parsed correctly by After Effects' AI importer.

   Saving from v28.7.10 is a confirmed workaround, but this should not be necessary.

   Is there a known fix? Is this a confirmed bug?

   Thank you for the continued development of Adobe Illustrator. I am a professional graphic designer working in prepress and print production, and I greatly appreciate the dedication your team puts into this product. I would like to report what appears to be a compatibility regression introduced in Illustrator v30.

   — Reported by I'm John

   Transparency Information Lost When Importing Illustrator v30 AI Files into After Effects 2026

   Environment:
   - Hardware: MacBook Pro 16-inch (November 2023), Apple M3 Pro, 36GB RAM
   - OS: macOS Sequoia 15.7.4
   - Illustrator version with issue: v30.2.1 (2026)
   - Illustrator version without issue: v28.7.10 (2024)
   - After Effects version: 2026

   When an .ai file saved in Illustrator 2026 (v30) is imported as footage into After Effects 2026, transparency information — including blend modes, opacity settings, and effects such as drop shadows — is lost or ignored. Affected layers render as fully opaque.

   Re-saving the identical artwork in Illustrator 2024 (v28.7.10)… more

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9. Can't Save multiple artboards as a Single File PDF from Export for Screens in 29.6

   Even though the single file option is checked, multiple artboards will not be saved in a single file, but as separate PDFs.
   This worked in previous versions.
   See forum report from Helena here:
   https://community.adobe.com/t5/illustrator-discussions/illustrator-2025-mac-os-15-4-1-can-t-save-single-file-pdf-from-export-for-screen/m-p/15381019#M445463

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   Fix is available in version 29.7.1

10. My files are not saving

    Whenever I save a file it says it was saved on my desktop, but when I go to find it later its not there, like it didnt save or never even existed. I was recently working on a few files and I saved them all, but when I opened the app again only five opened, more then 70% of my work was lost and I dont know why.

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11. Suffix still gets added when an image is exported even though the option to add it is disabled

    While exporting a AI file to, for example JPG, the checkbox for automatic file extension (suffix) is unchecked. When I export it, the filename gets a extension (suffix) '-01' behind it. When I export, check the box, and uncheck it, the file saves without the extension (suffix), like it should. So every time I have to check and uncheck the option before exporting. Very annoying. Never had this issue before.

    Newest updated installed 29.6.1 on Windows 10 Pro.

    Anyone else has the same issue?

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12. Not Getting "Overwrite notification" when exporting using "File/Export/Export as..."

    This only started happening recently and I'm not sure what to do to fix it. Whenever I export a file using the "Export as..." feature, I'll navigate to the location where it was previously exported and click the "Export" button. I used to get an overwrite notification asking if I wished to do so and I'd just click yes or no. Now, for some reason, that notification isn't triggering and Adobe Illustrator is just overwriting. I tried using Windows Explorer to copy and paste a file to the same location, and Windows "does" give the standard notification to confirm overwrite. It's only when I'm using Illustrator (specifically "File/Export/Export as..." with "Use Artboards" checked, that it's skipping that step.

    It doesn't matter what format I'm exporting.

    I created a 100 pt x 100 pt artboard.  Export as JPG to desktop with settings outlined in the attachment.  When I try to repeat the process, I should get an overwrite notification but I do not..  No notification. The process simply overwrites without question.

    I'm on PC

    Microsoft Windows 11 Professional Version 24H2
    Illustrator version 29.8.2 (64 bit)

    This only started happening recently and I'm not sure what to do to fix it. Whenever I export a file using the "Export as..." feature, I'll navigate to the location where it was previously exported and click the "Export" button. I used to get an overwrite notification asking if I wished to do so and I'd just click yes or no. Now, for some reason, that notification isn't triggering and Adobe Illustrator is just overwriting. I tried using Windows Explorer to copy and paste a file to the same location, and Windows "does" give the standard notification to confirm overwrite.… more

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13. A temporary file is generated every time you save 保存する度にテンポラリーファイルが生成されて

    保存する度にテンポラリーファイルも同時に生成されて、都度削除するのが面倒なのでなんとかして欲しい。（Ver.29.8.2）

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    Resolved (Comments Open)  ·  AdminRohit Jain (Admin, Adobe Illustrator) responded

    Temporary files are created while working on a document and are automatically removed once the file is saved. If further edits are made, a new temporary file is generated as needed.

    We have introduced improvements to better handle temporary files. The application now detects and cleans up any unnecessary leftover files.

14. Can't save as SVG

    Illustrator 30.1 no longer seems to be able to save as SVG, regardless of the options selected, including settings from previous versions.

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15. Exclusive to Mac Version: Lines Appear in PDF/x-4 Files, Not Present in Windows Version

    When placing a compatible PSD file (*1) into an AI document and exporting it as PDF/x-4, there has long been a bug where black lines appear on the edges of transparent areas. This issue has been fixed in the Windows version, but it remains unresolved in the Mac version, even in version 2024.

    The issue does not occur in the Windows version, even with the same version of Illustrator. It only happens on the Mac version.
    It occurs whether the PSD is linked or embedded.
    Even if an AI file is created on Windows and has no problems in the Windows version of Illustrator, lines will appear when opened on the Mac version.
    The exported PDF data actually has pixel abnormalities, and lines will appear regardless of whether you are using Mac or Windows.
    The lines may already be visible when you place the file. They become less noticeable when you use the CPU preview. This does not happen in the Windows version.

    *1) This refers to a transparent PSD file saved with Photoshop's "Maximize PSD and PSB File Compatibility" option turned on, and without a background layer.

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    ★Mac版のみに、PDF/x-4保存で互換性ありPSDファイル出力の不具合がある

    互換性ありpsdファイル（※1）をaiドキュメントに配置しPDF/x-4で書き出すと、透明部分のエッジに黒い線が現れる不具合が昔からありましたが、Windows版では修正され、Mac版ではバージョン2024になってもこの不具合が残ったままになっています。

    ・同じIllustratorバージョンであっても、Windows版では起こりません。Mac版でのみ起こります。
    ・PSDがリンクされていても埋め込まれていても発生します。
    ・Windowsで作成し、Windows版Illustratorでは問題がないaiファイルであっても、Mac版で開くと線が現れます。
    ・書き出したPDFデータは実際にピクセルに異常があり、Mac/Win関係無く線が出た状態になります。
    ・配置した段階で既に線が見えることがあります。CPUプレビューすると薄れます。これはWindowsでは現れません。

    ※1）Photoshopの「PSDおよびPSBファイルの互換性を優先」オプションをオンにして保存した、背景レイヤーのない透過psdファイルを指します。

    When placing a compatible PSD file (*1) into an AI document and exporting it as PDF/x-4, there has long been a bug where black lines appear on the edges of transparent areas. This issue has been fixed in the Windows version, but it remains unresolved in the Mac version, even in version 2024.

    The issue does not occur in the Windows version, even with the same version of Illustrator. It only happens on the Mac version.
    It occurs whether the PSD is linked or embedded.
    Even if an AI file is created on Windows and has no problems in the… more

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16. Layer import BUG from .ai file (v29.8.1) to InDesign

    When I import a multipage .ai file created with version 29.8.1 of Adobe Illustrator into InDesign, the layers that I can view or hide are multiplied for each page of the .ai document.

    Windows 11 Pro.

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    All - we have fixed this issue with Illustrator v30.1 and v29.8.4.

    Please try this with Ai files saved from 30.1 build with Background Save turned on.

17. Smart Objects not updating correctly due to Optimized Save Illustrator 30

    I have been running into an issue since updating to Illustrator 30. After a fair amount of observation, I believe it is coming from this enhancement as listed in the Illustrator 30 release notes: "Save complex edits in your artwork faster, as Illustrator now only saves the changes you make, not the entire document each time".

    Since the update to Illustrator 30, when I edit and save relatively complex vector smart objects that are embedded or linked in Photoshop, the objects have begun to appear incorrectly in Photoshop (I'm also using the latest version of Photoshop, up to date on Mac OS). Elements within the smart object itself will appear out of layer order (or simply disappear), or transparency masks will disappear. I noticed when I was making minor edits, the "save" would take much less time than usual. That is how I discovered the existence of this new File Save performance enhancement that I believe is the root cause of this.

    When I "force" Illustrator to save the entire smart object file (rather than just the changes I've made) by hitting "Select All" and nudging up one tick and back down one tick, then hitting save — the smart object takes notably longer to save, then updates correctly in Photoshop. I have repeated this over and over again, so it feels relatively isolated to these criteria, best I can tell!

    Thank you in advance for your attention on this! Thank you so much for your hard work on the software updates.

    *Update: another possible work-around is to turn off "Save in Background". Obviously only a workaround, not a fix.

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    I have been running into an issue since updating to Illustrator 30. After a fair amount of observation, I believe it is coming from this enhancement as listed in the Illustrator 30 release notes: "Save complex edits in your artwork faster, as Illustrator now only saves the changes you make, not the entire document each time".

    Since the update to Illustrator 30, when I edit and save relatively complex vector smart objects that are embedded or linked in Photoshop, the objects have begun to appear incorrectly in Photoshop (I'm also using the latest version of Photoshop, up to date on… more

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    Done (Available in Beta)  ·  AdminEgor Chistyakov (Admin, Adobe Illustrator) responded

    This issue is reportedly fixed in the latest Beta 30.3.126 build.

    Kindly update (or install) to verify the fix making it behave as expected, to allow the team to safely push it into the next general build.

    If it still works wrongly — please comment back.

18. PDF with negative values for BleedBox, MediaBox shows incorrectly

    A PDF with negative values for the lower left corner of BleedBox, MediaBox and a TrimBox that has its lower left corner at (0,0) shows differently in Illustrator and Acrobat. Acrobat (and other PDF viewers) show the contents as expected, in Illustrator the content seems shifted.

    The attached example PDF has three different pages, the first two pages look as expected, the last page (with the negative values) does not look the same in Illustrator and Acrobat.

    For a more in-depth discussion, see https://github.com/Kozea/WeasyPrint/issues/2685

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    Under Review  ·  AdminEgor Chistyakov (Admin, Adobe Illustrator) responded

    The team is able to confirm it and is planning to investigate it.

19. SVGオプション「文字：アウトラインに変換」の不具合

    バージョン：
    2024(28.7.9)、2025(29.7.1) で発生を確認。
    2023(27.9.6)では問題は起こらない。

    再現手順：
    ・テキストを含むアートワークを作成
    ・別名で保存：SVG(svg) を選択
    ・SVGオプションダイアログ内で以下の項目を設定
    文字：アウトラインに変換
    「Illustratorの編集機能を保持」にチェック

    結果：
    警告が表示される。「以下の項目を適切に書き出すことができませんでした：テキストはアトラインに変換されます」
    保存されたSVGファイルをIllustratorで開くとテキストはすべてアウトラインに変換されており、
    SVGデータ領域のテキストはアウトラインに変換されていない。

    望まれる結果：
    警告が表示されない。
    Illustratorで開くと編集可能なテキストオブジェクトがあり、SVGデータ領域にはアウトラインに変換されたテキストがある。

    ----Translation----
    It may differ from the actual terminology. Sorry.

    Defective version of SVG option:
    2024 (28.7.9), 2025 (29.7.1).
    not be reproduced in 2023 (27.9.6).

    Reproduction procedure:
    ・Create artwork containing text
    ・Save as: SVG(svg)
    ・Set the following items in the SVG option dialog
    Characters: Convert to outline
    Check the checkbox "Retain the editing function of Illustrator"

    Results:
    A warning is displayed. " The following items could not be exported properly: Text will be converted to Outline"
    When you open a saved SVG file in Illustrator, all text is converted to outline,
    and The text of the SVG data area is not converted to an outline.

    Desired result:
    Warning is not displayed.
    When opened in Illustrator, there is an editable text object,
    and there is text converted to an outline in the SVG data area.

    バージョン：
    2024(28.7.9)、2025(29.7.1) で発生を確認。
    2023(27.9.6)では問題は起こらない。

    再現手順：
    ・テキストを含むアートワークを作成
    ・別名で保存：SVG(svg) を選択
    ・SVGオプションダイアログ内で以下の項目を設定
    文字：アウトラインに変換
    「Illustratorの編集機能を保持」にチェック

    結果：
    警告が表示される。「以下の項目を適切に書き出すことができませんでした：テキストはアトラインに変換されます」
    保存されたSVGファイルをIllustratorで開くとテキストはすべてアウトラインに変換されており、
    SVGデータ領域のテキストはアウトラインに変換されていない。

    望まれる結果：
    警告が表示されない。
    Illustratorで開くと編集可能なテキストオブジェクトがあり、SVGデータ領域にはアウトラインに変換されたテキストがある。

    ----Translation----
    It may differ from the actual terminology. Sorry.

    Defective version of SVG option:
    2024 (28.7.9), 2025 (29.7.1).
    not be reproduced in 2023 (27.9.6).

    Reproduction procedure:
    ・Create artwork containing text
    ・Save as: SVG(svg)
    ・Set the following items in the SVG option dialog
    Characters: Convert to outline
    Check the checkbox "Retain the editing function of Illustrator"

    Results:
    A warning is displayed. " The following items could not be exported properly: Text will be converted to Outline"
    When you open a saved SVG file… more

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20. Dataset names with decimal values are truncated during Batch Export

    When exporting multiple Data Sets via Actions (PDF/EPS/SVG/JPG/PNG format), if the Data Set name contains a decimal value (for example: “Cumin Seeds 1.6 KG”), the exported file name does not retain the full value.
    Instead, the file name is truncated and exported as “Cumin Seeds 1.pdf” rather than “Cumin Seeds 1.6 KG.pdf”.

    It appears that Illustrator interprets the period (.) in the dataset name as part of a file extension separator, which results in the decimal value being removed during export.

    This creates workflow issues, especially in packaging and SKU-based production environments where decimal weights such as 1.6 KG, 2.5 KG, etc., are standard and must remain accurate in file naming for printing, inventory, and documentation purposes.

    I kindly request:
    1. A review of this behavior to determine whether it is a bug.
    2. If intentional, consideration of a feature enhancement that allows dataset names to preserve decimal values during batch export.
    3. Alternatively, an option that allows users to control filename parsing behavior when exporting via Data Sets.

    This improvement would greatly benefit professionals working with variable data and multi-SKU packaging workflows.

    When exporting multiple Data Sets via Actions (PDF/EPS/SVG/JPG/PNG format), if the Data Set name contains a decimal value (for example: “Cumin Seeds 1.6 KG”), the exported file name does not retain the full value.
    Instead, the file name is truncated and exported as “Cumin Seeds 1.pdf” rather than “Cumin Seeds 1.6 KG.pdf”.

    It appears that Illustrator interprets the period (.) in the dataset name as part of a file extension separator, which results in the decimal value being removed during export.

    This creates workflow issues, especially in packaging and SKU-based production environments where decimal weights such as 1.6 KG, 2.5… more

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