Adding a reference image to your Adobe Illustrator artboard is a common practice for tracing, inspiration, or layout purposes. It's a simple process that involves using the "Place" command.
Steps to Place a Reference Image
Based on the provided reference, here's the straightforward method for adding an image:
- Access the Place Command: In Illustrator, you will typically access the "Place" feature. The reference mentions clicking on a "Place dialog box display". While the exact menu location isn't specified in the clip, this command is usually found under the File menu.
- Select Your Image: A dialog box will appear, allowing you to navigate to the image file you want to use as a reference. Select your reference image from your computer's files.
- Confirm Placement: Click on the place button within the dialog box.
- Position the Image: The reference image is placed on the pointer. Move your mouse cursor to the desired location on your artboard.
- Final Click: You can just click on the artboard where you want the top-left corner of the image to be placed at its original size. Alternatively, you can click and drag to define the size and position simultaneously.
By following these steps, you can quickly bring external images into your Illustrator projects to use as a guide or inspiration for your vector artwork.
