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Vector Artwork not working


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Hello,

I would be so appreciative if someone could answer this for me:

I upgraded to Photoshop CS5 at work and at home - one is the 32-bit version; the other is 64-bit. In both applications, I cannot seem to get custom vector masks, text, or shapes to show up as vector artwork. Instead, they all show up pixelated and anti-aliased like a regular layer mask. Likewise, I see no visible difference between a raw text layer and a text layer that I have rasterized. It is as if I were drawing vectors in Illustrator CS5 with pixel preview turned on, but I cannot seem to find a pixel preview setting in Photoshop.

Thanks you so much for any help!!!

Below is a screenshot to show you what I mean (this is my first time posting, so I am assuming that you will be able to click on it to view the full thing).

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CS5 is not a vector application like Illustrator.

You may get an object or text to look crisp and sharp but once resized or even slightly moved , you will get that sort of pixelation.

If you want to create a pure, vector image/art, use ILLUSTRATOR.
 
Well ... that is embarrassing. Thx for the reply.

So, is it correct to say that when PS calls it a vector mask or vector shape, it only means "vector" in the sense that the shape itself is determined by anchor points and handles ... but the fill of that shape is still pixel based, hence the need for anti-aliasing even with vector objects?
 
Yes. And anti-aliasing is to smoothen the edges of the object to make it appear less jagged.

Illustrator or Corel Draw is primarily used to create true vector design which can be resized without compromising quality. Not saying you can't do it in PS. You can create crisp, sharp designs. For as long as you "set" image size and hi resolution (ex. 150dpi-300dpi) which you won't resize drastically.

And always remember to view it at normal view to see the FINISHED LOOK. Don't zoom in coz for sure you will see pixelation or jagged edges.
 
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