Author: katja

Manage Page Info in Illustrator Made Easy with FlexPageMaster Script

FlexPageMaster Script cover image showing placeholders and formatted page numbers in Adobe Illustrator.

FlexPageMaster Script The FlexPageMaster script for Adobe Illustrator provides a flexible way to configure and display information such as page numbers, document names, and today’s date. Additionally, it opens up creative possibilities for workarounds that remind you of Parent/Master Pages in InDesign (you can read more about Parent/Master Pages in InDesign here or here). However, […]

Improved ColorList Script for Better Color Charts

mproved ColorList Script for Adobe Illustrator. Create color charts easily with enhanced color sample styles and customization options.

Overview of the Improved ColorList Script Introducing the improved ColorList Script, a tool I developed to streamline the color workflow in Illustrator—now even more powerful! With the latest update you can generate tints in your color charts and create layouts directly from swatch groups. These additions save time and enhance flexibility for designers and style […]

Pharma Packaging Design: Automate it to Ultimate Efficiency

Cover image for the blog post 'Pharma Packaging Design: Automate it to Ultimate Efficiency' with various pharmaceutical packaging designs.

Welcome Back! Welcome back to my series on automation across different design fields! Today, let’s explore the pharmaceutical industry. Here, being precise and efficient is crucial. If you’ve followed my series, you know how automation improves things in apparel design and production. Did you miss a discussion on how to generally boost efficiency? Catch up here. […]

Boost Efficiency: Automate for Growth in Design Business

Cover image for the blog post titled 'Boost Efficiency: Automate for Growth in Design Business' showing a project management chart, gears with a clock, and a rising bar chart.

Kickstarting Efficiency Hello Design Business Leaders, Are you or your design team swamped with repetitive tasks and dreaming of a ‘turbo button’ for your design business? You’re not alone. Dealing with everyday tasks can be challenging, but finding new and smart ways to work, like automation, can make a big difference. This guide will show […]

Unlock Potential: Strategic Automation for Design & Production

An infographic explaining the process of automating design for Adobe Illustrator supplier files and labels. A checklist leads to illustrations of a patterned circle, color palettes, and labels with colored dots and stripes, symbolizing different design elements and choices available through the automation script.

Streamlining Supplier Communication: The Next Steps Welcome to Part 2 of my series on automating apparel design. In my first post, we explored automating the creation of sales presentations. Now, we dive into creating supplier files and labels after your designs get the green light. Turning designs into reality involves creating supplier files and labels. […]

Apparel Design Presentation with Smart Automation

Cover image for 'Apparel Design Presentation with Smart Automation' by Productivista, showing t-shirt and color palette icons leading to a visual presentation of t-shirts in different colors.

Introduction to Design Efficiency In today’s fast-paced design world, efficiency isn’t just a goal; it’s a necessity. Imagine turning the most time-consuming aspects of your design process into a smooth, automated journey, leaving more room for creativity and innovation. This isn’t just a dream—it’s a reality that many project managers and business owners actively pursue. […]

Transform Text into Functional Scripts: The Power of AI Prompts in Adobe Illustrator

Transform Text into Functional Scripts in Adobe Illustrator Cover Image

Can an ordinary designer working with Adobe Illustrator transform a text into a functional script? This intriguing idea led me, a designer and developer always on the hunt for tools to boost my creative process, to delve into Omata AI for Adobe Illustrator. The plugin is described as: “An experimental plugin that combines the power […]

Add Page Numbers and Annotations in Adobe Illustrator with PageIndexer script

A banner image for the "PageIndexer Script" by Productivista, showcasing its capability to add page numbers, dates, and document names in Adobe Illustrator. The banner features the Productivista logo at the top, with the tagline "time to create." Below, a large title reads "The PageIndexer Script," followed by a subtitle "Add Page Numbers, Date, and Document Name in Adobe Illustrator." The image includes an icon resembling a date stamp with placeholder text for the day, month, and year, transitioning into examples of the final stamped dates in blue, white, and red gradient backgrounds.

I am thrilled to introduce you to my new Adobe Illustrator script. The PageIndexer is the ultimate solution for page numbering and annotation within Adobe Illustrator. With PageIndexer, you can effortlessly enhance your projects by adding page numbers, document titles, and dates. Say goodbye to time-consuming manual tasks and embrace a streamlined approach that optimizes […]

UPC-A barcode in Adobe Illustrator using a script

What about, if you could generate UPC-A (UPC12) in Adobe Illustrator by replacing all 12-digit text in your open document with a working barcode? This free script creates barcodes that will follow the placement, size and rotation of your barcode text. Isn’t it smart and easy?Finally, I found time to write this blog post, where […]

EAN-13 in Adobe Illustrator with this free script.

EAN-13 barcode generation automation showing illustrator automation examples for converting text strings to production-ready barcodes

Generate EAN-13 in Adobe Illustrator by replacing all 13-digit text in your open document with a working barcode. The created barcode will follow the placement, size and rotation of your barcode text. Isn’t it smart and easy?In this blog post, I’ll describe how the EAN-13 barcode script works and cover the known issues. The EAN-13 […]