How to Flatten Effects in Illustrator (Expand Appearance Explained)

Описание: Ever tried applying 3D or drop shadow effects in Illustrator — and your file suddenly feels laggy or bloated? That’s where Expand Appearance comes in.

In this quick tutorial, you’ll learn:

What “Expand Appearance” actually does

Why Illustrator effects can slow you down

When you should flatten effects for print/export/Photoshop

How to clean up complex files to keep things fast and tidy

🎯 Great for beginners or anyone dealing with weird rendering glitches or compatibility issues.

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