Artboard Preset Resizer

Script for Adobe Illustrator

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Description

Artboard Preset Resizer is a powerful Adobe Illustrator script designed to streamline the process of resizing artboards. It allows you to quickly apply standard paper sizes, digital screen dimensions, or define your own custom dimensions.

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The script features an extensive library of presets, including:

Print Standards: ISO A, B, C, SRA, and US (Letter, Legal, etc.).
Digital Screens: Modern devices (iPhone 13-17, Galaxy S24/S25, iPad Pro, MacBook Pro), Video (HD, 4K, 8K), and Icons.
Social Media: Optimized sizes for Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube, and more.
Specialty: Photo prints (4R, 5R, etc.) and Business Cards (Global standards).

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Beyond simple resizing, this script offers advanced control: you can choose to scale your artwork proportionally with the artboard, select a specific reference point for the resize operation (e.g., resize from the center or a corner), and target specific artboards within your document. A real-time preview feature draws a dashed outline on your canvas, ensuring you know exactly how the new size compares to the current one before you commit.

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Installation

1. Download the Artboard Preset Resizer.jsx script file.

2. Place the script in your Adobe Illustrator Scripts folder:

⮑ Mac: /Applications/Adobe Illustrator <Version>/Presets/<Language>/Scripts

⮑ Windows: C:\Program Files\Adobe\Adobe Illustrator <Version>\Presets\<Language>\Scripts

3. Restart Adobe Illustrator if it's already running.

4. The script will appear in File > Scripts > Artboard Preset Resizer.

5. Alternatively, you can run the script without installation by going to File > Scripts > Other Script... and selecting the file.

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Using the script

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Launch the Script

Go to File > Scripts > Artboard Preset Resizer
The script dialog window will appear with multiple options:

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➊ Select a Preset

1.1 Category: Choose a standard category (e.g., "ISO A", "US") from the dropdown menu.
1.2 Orientation: Toggle between Portrait and Landscape modes using the buttons.
Search: Use the Search Preset field to quickly filter the list by name (e.g., type "iPhone" or "Instagram").
1.3 Size: Select a specific size (e.g., "A4", "Letter") from the list. The dimensions will be displayed in the list.

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1.4 Manage Custom Presets (Optional)

Click Add Custom Preset to create your own size.
Enter a Category Name, Preset Name, and Dimensions (px, mm, cm, in).
To remove a custom preset, select it and click Remove Preset.

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➋ Select Target Artboards

Choose which artboards to resize:

All Artboards: Applies changes to every artboard in the document.
Active Artboard: Applies changes only to the currently active artboard.
Selected Artboards: Allows you to select specific artboards from the list below.

Tip: Double-click the artboard name in the list to fit it into the window.

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➌ Set Reference Point

Use the 3x3 grid to select the anchor point for the resize operation.

Example: Selecting the center point will resize the artboard outwards from its center.
Selecting the top-left will keep the top-left corner fixed and extend/shrink the other sides.

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➍ Configure Options

Include locked and hidden items: Check this if you want the script to affect items that are currently locked or hidden.
Resize artboards only: Changes the artboard dimensions but leaves artwork at its original size.
Resize artboards and content: Scales all artwork on the artboard proportionally to fit the new dimensions.

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➎ Preview and Apply

Preview: Ensure the "Preview" checkbox is selected to see a red dashed outline on your canvas representing the new artboard boundary.
Click OK to apply the changes.
Click Cancel to close the dialog without changes.
Click ✚ button to fit all artboards in the window.
Click ? button to open this user guide.

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☻ Wrap Up

This script turns the tedious task of resizing multiple artboards and their contents into a simple, one-click operation.

Whether you are preparing print files for different paper standards or adapting designs for various screens, Artboard Preset Resizer ensures precision and consistency across your entire project.

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Artboard Preset Resizer

Version: 1.0.5

Updated: December 26, 2025

Download Artboard Preset Resizer

1.0.1 – Initial release.
1.0.1 – The script now supports all four units (px, mm, cm, in) when creating custom presets.
1.0.2 – Major Content Update: Integrated hundreds of new industry-standard dimensions. New Categories: Introduced specialized categories for Video & Film, Digital Devices, and App Icons & Favicons.
1.0.3 – Preset Library Expansion: Further extended the preset database with new categories for Social Media, Photo Prints, and International Business Cards.
1.0.4 – Added Instant Search: Just type "iPhone" or "Instagram" to instantly filter the list and find the exact size you need.
1.0.5 – Added Clear Search Button: A new "X" button to quickly reset your search and view all categories.
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Tested on MacOS:
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- Adobe Illustrator 2023 (27.0)
- Adobe Illustrator 2024 (28.1)
- Adobe Illustrator 2025 (29.8)
- Adobe Illustrator 2026 (30.0)
Supported Versions:
- Compatible with Adobe Illustrator CS6 and later, including Adobe Illustrator CC versions.
Operating Systems:
- Works on both macOS and Windows platforms.
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Last Updated: 21.12.2024
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Adobe Illustrator is a professional vector graphics software developed by Adobe Inc. It is widely used by designers, illustrators, and artists for creating a variety of digital artwork, including logos, icons, illustrations, typography, and complex design layouts. Illustrator is known for its precision and scalability, allowing users to create high-quality graphics that can be resized without losing clarity. Its features include powerful drawing tools, customizable brushes, advanced typography options, and seamless integration with other Adobe Creative Cloud applications. Illustrator is a go-to tool for creative professionals working on projects for print, web, and multimedia platforms.

🅰 Locating the Scripts Folder
To install a Artboard Preset Resizer.jsx script in Adobe Illustrator, you need to place it in the correct directory where Illustrator can recognize it. Follow these steps to locate the Scripts folder:
1. MacOS:
  Open Finder and navigate to:
  Applications/Adobe Illustrator <Version>/Presets/<Language>/Scripts
2. Windows:
  Open File Explorer and navigate to:
  C:\Program Files\Adobe\Adobe Illustrator <Version>\Presets\<Language>\Scripts
3. Replace <Version> with your Adobe Illustrator version (e.g., 2025).
4. Replace <Language> with your language folder (e.g., "de_DE" for German, "en_US" for English).
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🅱 Installing the Script
1. Copy the Script File: Copy the Artboard Preset Resizer.jsx file to the Scripts folder located in the path above.
2. On some systems, you may need administrator permissions to modify the Scripts folder.
3. Restart Adobe Illustrator: To refresh the scripts menu, close and reopen Adobe Illustrator.
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Explore our complete guide to mastering Adobe Illustrator scripts.
1. Open Adobe Illustrator and ensure a document is active.
2. Go to the top menu bar and select File > Scripts.
3. If the script is installed in the Scripts folder, it will appear in the dropdown list.
4. Click the Artboard Preset Resizer script to run it.
5. The Artboard Preset Resizer script will execute, and any dialog boxes or results will appear based on the script’s functionality.
☻ Before running any scripts, it’s strongly advised to save your work — especially when working with complex or large documents.

🅰 Locating the Scripts Folder
To install a Artboard Preset Resizer.jsx script in Adobe Illustrator, you need to place it in the correct directory where Illustrator can recognize it. Follow these steps to locate the Scripts folder:
1. MacOS:
  Open Finder and navigate to:
  Applications/Adobe Illustrator <Version>/Presets/<Language>/Scripts
2. Windows:
  Open File Explorer and navigate to:
  C:\Program Files\Adobe\Adobe Illustrator <Version>\Presets\<Language>\Scripts
3. Replace <Version> with your Adobe Illustrator version (e.g., 2025).
4. Replace <Language> with your language folder (e.g., "de_DE" for German, "en_US" for English).
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🅱 Installing the Script
1. Copy the Script File: Copy the Artboard Preset Resizer.jsx file to the Scripts folder located in the path above.
2. On some systems, you may need administrator permissions to modify the Scripts folder.
3. Restart Adobe Illustrator: To refresh the scripts menu, close and reopen Adobe Illustrator.
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Explore our complete guide to mastering Adobe Illustrator scripts.

1. Open Adobe Illustrator and ensure a document is active.
2. Go to the top menu bar and select File > Scripts.
3. If the script is installed in the Scripts folder, it will appear in the dropdown list.
4. Click the Artboard Preset Resizer script to run it.
5. The Artboard Preset Resizer script will execute, and any dialog boxes or results will appear based on the script’s functionality.
☻ Before running any scripts, it’s strongly advised to save your work — especially when working with complex or large documents.

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