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We have the fix available in the latest release. Please update Illustrator using Adobe Creative Cloud application to the latest build for version Illustrator CC 22.1.
Please refer to our knowledge base FAQ – https://illustrator.uservoice.com/knowledgebase/articles/1844590 if you face difficulty in update.
Or get in touch with us at any of the other support channels – https://helpx.adobe.com/support.htmlWarm Regards,
Ashutosh Chaturvedi | Sr. Quality Engineering Manager – Illustrator
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The low res Proxy preview pref is certainly a relief "for now". At least it brings back a static preview of us to place an image and incorporate other elements, but it is only a "static" image meaning it is no longer built from the actual DCS2 separations that were "live". Version 2017 would display changes to spot colors in the preview which is very helpful when working with a "white"spot color. However the biggest issue remains, even with a proxy preview the "Separation Preview" feature still does not work in 2018. This is a very valuable workflow that Adobe must repair or risk angering many thousands of users. My feeling is that the DCS2 preview issue is a "bug" (over sight). The DCS2 format is important, created by Quark back in 1999 it remains the best way to handle high res separations using spot colors containing more than 4 colors. The fact the Photoshop still supports to format is a good sign that this is a temporary issue in the new release. Let's hope. For now, keep using 2017. Good luck to all. Remain calm. :)
There is a workaround to Adobe's issue however it does take some extra attention by the end user. We can bring back all the abilities they took from us with the 2018 update by re-saving a DCS2 file in either an RGB or CMYK mode "with" spot color channels as a PSD or PDF. This brings back the preview with or without the Proxy Preview pref on (good), delivers a quality "live" preview that will display edits to spot colors when converting white colors to color so they can be seen during preview (good), and makes the Separation Preview feature work again (great). Super great is that these formats also support transparency in Illustrator during layout. The downside is that the preview now introduces CMYK colors thinking the user wants to print the preview as well because it is no longer a preview built from the imported (PLACED) DCS2 separations. It's a trade off, but great value is delivered. Watch what you print. Don't fall asleep at the wheel or you will freak when you produce 4 extra CMYK films. With practice you will discipline yourself until Adobe repairs the new issue. :)
Another option is use the Proxy Preview feature to have a preview with your standard DCS2.eps file with no separation preview feature. You’d simply trust what your color separation software produced which is not a terrible stretch if you use Spot Process Separation Studio with its RGB VueRite technology.
Finally, your third option is to simply stay with Illustrator 2017 continuing to enjoy the workflow we all got used to until Adobe delivers a better solution.
I hope this advice and these options help you have a more productive workday.
Peace.