Adobe Illustrator Plugin
The Adobe® Illustrator plugin seamlessly integrates 3 Clicks Cloud with Adobe® Illustrator, enabling designers to access and manage style assets directly within their preferred design environment.
This extension provides a streamlined workflow for designers working with style and order files, allowing them to view recent items, upload and manage files in supported formats (.svg, .pdf, and .ai), and automatically track updates without leaving Adobe® Illustrator.
Quick Check - Before You Start
- Ensure Adobe® Illustrator is completely closed before beginning installation
- Download ZXP Installer for your operating system
- Have your 3 Clicks Cloud email and password ready for login after installation
Install 3 Clicks Adobe® Illustrator Plugin
Guide for macOS (Apple)
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1. Exit Adobe® Illustrator | Close Adobe® Illustrator completely before beginning installation. |
| 2. Download ZXP Installer | Download and install ZXP Installer on your Apple computer. |
| 3. Install Extension | To add the 3 Clicks Cloud extension, follow these steps: • Click the plugin file link to download it: 3Clicks Plugin  • In the ZXP Installer, upload the 3 Clicks Plugin file either by selecting it manually or by using drag-and-drop.  • Confirm the installation.  • A success pop-up will appear. You can just click "Close" for this.  |
| 4. Launch Adobe® Illustrator | Open the Adobe® Illustrator application. Note: Ensure that the application is completely closed or quit. The extension will not appear if it was not fully closed.  |
| 5. Open Extension | Navigate to Window > Extension > 3 Clicks Cloud  |
| 6. Enter Credentials | Input your 3 Clicks email address and password to login. 3 Clicks Cloud Extension View  |
Guide for Windows OS
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1. Exit Adobe® Illustrator | Close Adobe® Illustrator completely before beginning installation. |
| 2. Download ZXP Installer | Download and install ZXP Installer on your Windows computer. |
| 3. Install Extension | To add the 3 Clicks Cloud extension, follow these steps: • Click the plugin file link to download it: 3Clicks Plugin  • In the ZXP Installer, upload the 3 Clicks Plugin file either by selecting it manually or by using drag-and-drop. • Confirm the installation.  • A success pop-up will appear. You can just click "Close" for this.  |
| 4. Launch Adobe® Illustrator | Open the Adobe® Illustrator application. Note: Ensure that the application is completely closed or quit. The extension will not appear if it was not fully closed.  |
| 5. Open Extension | Navigate to Window > Extensions > 3 Clicks Cloud  |
| 6. Enter Credentials | Input your 3 Clicks email address and password to login. 3 Clicks Cloud Extension View  |
Features
The Adobe® Illustrator plugin offers these key features designed to streamline your workflow:
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Recent Items Display | The Adobe Illustrator Extension displays 25 recent items under both Style and Order. This feature enables quick access to frequently used or recently edited assets. |
| Style & Order File Management | The extension supports the following file formats:.svg, .pdf, and .ai, providing flexibility for different stages of design and production. |
| Automatic Update | When saving files, the system automatically updates the Updated By and Updated Date fields. |
| "Save As" Functionality | Create a copy of your current file and save it directly to both the 3 Clicks Style file section and a specific folder of your choice. This feature enables you to maintain multiple versions of your work without overwriting the original file. |
| File Renaming | Rename Adobe Illustrator files directly within the extension interface without leaving Adobe® Illustrator. This streamlines file management and allows you to organize your assets more efficiently. |
| Modified Date Synchronisation | Modified dates displayed in the 3 Clicks Cloud extension automatically appear in the 3 Clicks file section, ensuring consistent date information across both interfaces. This helps track when files were last updated, providing better visibility into your file history. |
Using the New Features
"Save As" Functionality
The "Save As" feature allows you to create a copy of your current file and save it to both the 3 Clicks Style file section and a specific folder.
How to use:
- Open your file in Adobe® Illustrator
- In the 3 Clicks Cloud extension, locate the "Save As" button
- Click the button to open the save dialog
- Choose your destination folder within the 3 Clicks Style file section
- The file will be saved as a copy, preserving your original file
This feature is particularly useful when you need to create variations of a design or maintain different versions of your work.
File Renaming
You can rename files directly within the extension interface without switching between applications.
How to use:
- Locate the file you want to rename in the 3 Clicks Cloud extension
- Click on the file name or use the rename option (typically indicated by an edit icon)
- Enter the new file name
- Confirm the rename action
The renamed file will be updated across both the extension and the 3 Clicks platform, ensuring consistency throughout your workflow.
Modified Date Synchronisation
The extension automatically synchronises modified dates between Adobe® Illustrator and the 3 Clicks platform.
How it works:
- When you save or update a file in Adobe® Illustrator, the modified date is automatically updated in the extension
- This date is then synchronised with the 3 Clicks file section
- You'll see consistent date information whether you're viewing files in the extension or in the 3 Clicks platform
This synchronisation happens automatically—no additional action is required on your part. The date reflects when the file was last modified, helping you track the most recent changes to your assets.
Troubleshooting
Why is the plugin not appearing in the Extensions menu?
This is the most common installation issue and is typically caused by Adobe® Illustrator not being fully closed during installation.
Steps to resolve:
- Completely close Adobe® Illustrator (quit the application, do not just close the window)
- Reinstall the plugin using ZXP Installer following the Guide for macOS or Guide for Windows OS
- Reopen Adobe® Illustrator
- Navigate to Window > Extensions > 3 Clicks Cloud (refer to Step 5 in the installation guide)
- If the extension still does not appear, verify your Adobe® Illustrator version is compatible
Why are my login credentials not being accepted?
Login failures are usually caused by incorrect credentials or an inactive account.
Steps to resolve:
- Verify your email address is in the correct format
- Confirm the password matches your 3 Clicks Cloud account
- Ensure your account is active -- contact your administrator if unsure
- Try logging in via the 3 Clicks Cloud web platform to confirm your credentials work
Why are my files not syncing between the plugin and the platform?
File sync issues can be caused by connectivity problems, unsupported file formats, or a stale plugin session.
Steps to resolve:
- Check your internet connection
- Verify you are using supported file formats (.svg, .pdf, and .ai) as listed in Features
- Check file permissions on the target folder
- Restart Adobe® Illustrator completely (close and reopen)
- If the issue persists, reinstall the plugin following the installation guide
Note
For additional support, contact your system administrator or the 3 Clicks Cloud support team.