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- [Instructor] Learn how to save your document

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as an EPS file.

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EPS stands for Encapsulated PostScript.

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This is a widely supported graphic file format

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for saving images and artworks.

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If you need to send an artwork to a professional printer,

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or to your client, in order to create a sticker

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or a product with a specialty finishing,

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like laser cut, engraving or embroidery,

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exporting your work to EPS ensure compatibility

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with the client's or printer's operating system

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and design application,

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while preserving the integrity of your file.

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To save your file as an EPS, click File, Save As,

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and choose a location in your machine for the EPS file,

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and don't forget to name your file.

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Click on the down pointing arrow

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at the bottom of the window,

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and then select illustrator EPS,

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the .eps extension, as the file type.

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If you want to create separate EPS files

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for each art board you've created click use art boards

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and select the ones you would like to save.

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If you leave this option unchecked

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a single EPS file will generate

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with all art boards included in one single document.

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When done, click save.

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The EPS options dialog box will pop up.

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Here you can select further options.

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You can modify a variety of settings,

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including changing the format of the embedded preview image

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or opt not to include one,

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defining transparency options,

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and whether or not to embed fonts

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or include the length files.

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When done, click on okay.

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Your EPS is saved.

