[pdftex] Problems using Graphics from Adobe Illustrator

[Martin Schroeder]

On 2003-08-11 10:07:11 +0200, Stueker, Dirk wrote:
> My questions:
> - where is the difference between the .pdf and the .ai format (the latter
> should be compatible)?

pdfTeX can only read the pdf.

> - how can I directly import .ai files? \includegraphics says "unknown
> format"

You can't. Export to PDF.

> - My main problem:
>   The print-area has an effect on the output. I expected the pdf-format to
> be independent from
>   the selected printer. However if not set properly the graphic seems to be
> cut at some point 
>   or contains white margins.
>   How can I export *all* objects that I drew in Illustrator and restrict the
> output area to the area where
>   objects are (is there a bounding box feature).

You should be able to set the pdf pageboxes (Crop, Trim, Bleed,
Art) in AI and you can select them in pdfTeX.

Best regards
        Martin
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