7 Mistakes to be Avoided in Adobe Illustrator by Saad Altaf

 1. Don't use the "Paintbrush" tool to create complex shapes or designs. It is better suited for creating more organic, freeform strokes.

2. Avoid using the "Eraser" tool to make corrections to your artwork. Instead, use the "Pathfinder" or "Shape Builder" tools to make precise adjustments.

3. Don't use the "Blend" tool to create gradients or color transitions. Instead, use the "Gradient" or "Color Guide" panels for more control and accuracy.

4. Avoid using the "Live Trace" feature to convert raster images to vector graphics. Instead, use the "Pen" or "Pencil" tools to manually trace the image.

5. Don't use the "Artboard" tool to create multiple pages in a single document. Instead, create separate documents for each page, or use the "New Artboard" tool to create multiple artboards within a single document.

6. Avoid using the "Scissors" tool to cut paths. Instead, use the "Divide" option in the "Pathfinder" panel to accurately divide paths at specific points.

7. Don't use the "Text" tool to create outlines around text. Instead, use the "Type" menu to convert text to outlines, which will allow you to make changes to the text without losing your formatting.