Artboard Tool
Create, arrange, and manage multiple artboards in a single document.
Utility
Shortcut: Shift+OBeginner5 min readQuick Reference
Artboard Tool
Adobe IllustratorKeyboard Shortcut
Shift+Okey
Toolbar Location
Illustrator toolbar
Best Used For
- ▸Refer to the tutorial content for specific use cases
- ▸Practice with sample projects to build experience
- ▸Combine with other tools for advanced workflows
Beginner-Friendly⏱ 15–30 minutes to master
Key Settings
Create:Move:Resize:Duplicate:
The Artboard Tool creates and manages multiple artboards within one document. Each artboard acts as a separate canvas for different screens, variations, or pages.
Where to Find It
Press Shift+O or select the Artboard icon from the toolbar.
How to Use
- Create: Click and drag to create a new artboard.
- Move: Drag an artboard to reposition it.
- Resize: Drag the edges or corners of an artboard.
- Duplicate: Hold Alt (Option) and drag to duplicate an artboard.
- Delete: Select an artboard and press Delete.
Pro Tips
- Use the Artboards panel (Window > Artboards) to reorder and manage artboards.
- Export each artboard as a separate file for multi-screen design projects.