About the work areaThe Illustrator work area is arranged to help you focus on creating and editing artwork. The work area consists of the following components: Menus The menus in the menu bar contain commands for performing tasks. (SeeChoosing commands.) Tools The toolbox holds tools for drawing and editing artwork. (See Using tools.) Palettes Palettes help you monitor and modify artwork. (See Using palettes.) Artboard The artboard is where you draw and lay out your artwork. (See Setting up the artboard.) ![]() Illustrator work area A. Menus B. Tools C. Artboard D. Palettes |