AI File Viewer: Open Illustrator Files Online
Free online AI file viewer. Open PDF-compatible Illustrator files in your browser. Legacy AI and EPS artwork needs a PDF export first.
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PDF-compatible AI files and exported PDFs only. For legacy AI or EPS artwork, export a PDF in Illustrator first, or save an AI copy with “Create PDF Compatible File” enabled.
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For files with an embedded PDF preview
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When to use the .AI viewer
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Freelancers
Preview a PDF-compatible AI copy or an exported PDF before sharing it with clients for feedback.
Design Teams
Review PDF-compatible Illustrator designs without installing Illustrator on every device.
Marketing Presentations
Preview brand assets saved as PDF-compatible AI files, or ask the designer for a PDF export.
What is a .AI file?
A .ai file is a Adobe Illustrator File, usually created with Adobe Illustrator.
This viewer opens PDF-compatible AI files locally. Legacy AI and EPS files need a PDF export from Illustrator or the file creator first. To share a file, use a supported hosting format; if this format cannot be hosted directly, export it to PDF first, then create a shareable Linkyhost link.
Frequently asked questions
Which Illustrator files can I preview here?
AI files saved with “Create PDF Compatible File” enabled and exported PDFs can be previewed locally. Legacy PostScript/EPS artwork and AI files without an embedded PDF cannot be rendered here.
What should I do if my AI file has no PDF preview?
Open it in Illustrator and save a copy as Adobe PDF, or save an AI copy with “Create PDF Compatible File” enabled. Then select the exported file here. If you do not have Illustrator, ask the file creator for a PDF.
Do I need Illustrator to view a compatible file?
No. PDF-compatible AI files and PDFs can be previewed in your browser. Preparing a PDF copy of unsupported artwork requires Illustrator or help from the file creator.
Is the AI viewer free and private?
Yes. Local previews are free and processed in your browser. Selecting a file for preview does not publish it. To share artwork, export a PDF and use a supported hosting tool.