: Why can't I export a large .ai file to .png? I am trying to export a large AI file to PNG in Illustrator (Per request) and have been unsuccessful. I believe it's because my file is too

@Voss6371140

It might also be because of illegal file naming. You can't use / © ™ etc… Anyway, that was my problem and how I got to this thread… Maybe it will help you.

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@Debbie163

You need to define how large is large. And what is the "Per request".

If someone asked for a 10 m wide png at 300 ppi, most likely your computer won't handle it. (If someone asked that kind resolution they do not know what they are talking about)

Try to export a smaller file:


Defined pixels: for example a 10,000 px wide (or height). Choose the larger value.
Lower resolution. For example a 10 m wide at 25 ppi (wich wil be simmilar to the 10,000 px total width.


There are several posts on the forum regarding big files. Take a look: graphicdesign.stackexchange.com/search?q=resolution+for+print

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@Welton168

A quick bypass would be to use inkscape instead. Download it from here: inkscape.org/en/


Inkscape can open large .ai files, and also can export them as .png
The only thing that you should do is:


Open your file with inkscape
Go to File > Export as PNG
In the window that pops up, select Page
Then in the same window choose where should the file be saved
And hit export


That's it

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