: How to make linked images work in Adobe illustrator files on a network I have a lot of AI files that are on a main computer. When I try to access them from my other computer all the links

@Dunderdale640

Just saw this old question again, the best solution now is a NAS (Network-attached storage) setup with all computers connected mapping it with the same drive letter and your good to go. Works with Indesign and Illustrator.

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@Sarah814

After experimenting with Packages, I found that Illustrator will always look for a "Links" or "links" folder with placed files.

It has to be in the same folder as the AI document.

You can try moving all your linked files into a links subfolder and seeing if that helps.

Theoretically the path will be updated every time you open the document, no matter where you are.

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@Deb5748823

From Adobe:


Organizations use many different network configurations (for example,
multi-launch, client-server, or peer-peer) and types (for example,
ethernet, token ring, or IP). Each configuration requires specialized
software and hardware, with varying set-ups, preferences, and updates.
This additional layer of software and hardware can impact application
performance. (For example, the amplitude of line noise, RF
interference, or packet collisions are all factors that impact the
reliability of the network.)

Multiple factors affect data transmission along a network, including
file servers, routers, bridges, network cards, software, cables,
connectors, power cables, and power supplies. Network connections can
suddenly become unavailable, increasing the risk of data loss and
application error. During transmission and reception, network software
verifies that data has been sent and received. The depth of
verification depends on the network software package, and may not be
accessible by the operating system. When you try to save files across
a network, you can receive the error, "Could not complete the request
because the file is locked," or "Could not save because of a disk
error." However, the network and operating system may not notify you
if an Illustrator file or scratch disk file contains damaged or
incomplete information.


Possible causes:


The server doesn't have the same format of your hardrive.
You don't have priviligies to read the files.
You may be connecting to a different server.
The images in the files are not linked to the server.
Illustrator is being blocked by a firewall or antivirus solution.
The connection to the server it's slow (high ping causes time out error).
You are not connected to the server.
The images not longer exist.
(Wi-Fi) You are far from the router.
The project file is damaged.


Possible solutions:


Edit -> Preferences -> File Handling & Clipboard -> Update Links -> Manually
Edit -> Preferences -> Plugins & Scratch Disks -> Scratch Disks -> Set both to C:/
Copy all your linked files to the project folder.
Use another computer connected to the same network or type of removable media.

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