Document Cleaner

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Script for Adobe Illustrator

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Description

Document Cleaner is a powerful Adobe Illustrator script that provides 27 essential cleaning and optimization functions to help you maintain clean, efficient, and production-ready artwork. With an intuitive searchable interface, you can quickly access the exact tool you need to streamline your workflow and prepare documents for export, sharing, or archiving.

Ideal for designers preparing files for print, export, or handoff, this script ensures your projects are clutter-free and professional.

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Features

27 Specialized Functions: Comprehensive document optimization including clearing empty elements, removing stray points, and more.
Searchable Interface: Type-ahead search allows quick access to the exact function you need.
Confirmation Dialogs: Detailed previews ensure you know exactly what will be modified before executing operations.
Progress Tracking: Built-in progress indicators keep you informed during long-running tasks.
Help System: Detailed built-in descriptions for each function provide immediate guidance and tips.

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Installation

1. Download the Document Cleaner.jsx script file

2. Place it 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. Go to File > Scripts > Document Cleaner.

5. The dialog window will appear with the following options:

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Tip: You can also drag and drop the .jsx file directly onto the Illustrator workspace to run the script instantly – no installation needed.

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Using the Script

Browse or search for the desired function.
Select the function from the list.
Click "?" button to see a brief description of the function.
Click "OK" to execute the function (or just double-click).
Review the confirmation/result dialog that appears.

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Available Cleaning Functions

Here's a breakdown of the main functions included in the Document Cleaner script:

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Layer & Artboard Management

Keep your document structure tidy by clearing out unused organizational elements.

Delete Empty Layers: Removes any layers or sublayers that do not contain objects.
Delete Empty Artboards: Identifies and removes artboards that contain no artwork.
Delete Locked Layers: Removes all currently locked layers (use with caution).
Delete Hidden Layers: Removes all currently hidden layers.
Make All Layers Visible: Unhides all hidden layers and sublayers.
Make All Objects Visible: Reveals all individually hidden objects (page items) throughout the document.
Unlock All Layers: Unlocks all locked layers, making their contents editable.
Unlock All Objects: Unlocks all individually locked objects (page items) throughout the document.

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Symbol & Link Operations

Manage external dependencies and symbol instances for sharing or editing.

Break All Symbol Links: Converts all symbol instances into regular, independently editable artwork.
Delete All Symbols: Removes all symbol definitions while expanding instances in the artwork.
Delete Unused Symbols: Removes symbol definitions from the panel that are not actively used in the document.
Embed All Linked Files: Embeds externally linked images directly into the document.
Delete All Missing Links: Safely removes placed items that reference files which can no longer be found.

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Additional Organization Tools

Various utilities to optimize text, groups, colors, and more.

Delete Empty Text Frames: Cleans up leftover text boxes containing no characters or only whitespace.
Ungroup All Groups: Recursively ungroups everything in the document while preserving stacking order.
Ungroup Unnecessary Groups: Intelligently removes groups that only contain a single object.
Delete All Swatches: Removes all color swatches from the Swatches panel to clean up your palette.
Delete All Guides: Automatically clears all guide lines from the document.
Reset Raster Image Transformations: Restores placed images to their original unscaled dimensions and rotation.

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Additional Notes:

Click the ⏼ icon at the bottom right side of the panel to open the script’s user guide online.
Resize the dialog window to show more options at once.
Save your document before running cleaning operations.

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☻ Wrap-Up

The Document Cleaner script transforms tedious manual cleanup into a seamless, one-click process, saving time and ensuring polished Illustrator documents.

Whether tidying up before export, optimizing file size, or streamlining collaboration, this tool keeps your workflow efficient and error-free. Harness its power to focus on creativity—not clutter.

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1 comment

Justo lo que andaba buscando…Gracias por la aportacion

Claudio Hernandez - April 25, 2026

Document Cleaner

Version: 2.1.1

Updated: June 5, 2026

Download Document Cleaner

1.0.0 – Initial release.
2.0.0 – The new version of the Document Cleaner script features a completely redesigned user interface and expanded functionality.
2.0.1 – New Delete Locked Layers option helps you clean up your document by automatically identifying and removing locked layers.
2.0.2 – New Reset Raster Image Transformations option removes any scaling, rotation, or skewing applied to raster images.
2.0.3 – Added an option to remove all clipping masks in the active document.
2.0.4 – Added an option to break all symbol links in the document.
2.0.5 – Added an option to remove all missing linked files in the active document.
2.0.6 – The script will now successfully delete stray points from all nested groups.
2.0.7 – Updated the Delete Unneeded Points function.
2.0.9 – Fixed the issue with Unlock All Layers function.
2.1.0 – Added new Unlock All Objects feature: Unlocks every individually locked object (paths, groups, text frames, images, and more) across the document in one step — not just locked layers. A confirmation dialog lists what will be unlocked before anything changes.
2.1.1 – Added new Make All Objects Visible feature: Reveals every individually hidden object across the document in one step. Hidden items nested inside hidden groups are revealed too, with a confirmation preview first.
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Tested on MacOS:
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- Adobe Illustrator 2023 (27.0)
- Adobe Illustrator 2024 (28.1)
- Adobe Illustrator 2025 (29.0)
Supported Versions:
- Compatible with Adobe Illustrator CS6 and later, including Adobe Illustrator CC versions.
Operating Systems:
- Works on both macOS and Windows platforms.
End User License Agreement (EULA)
Last Updated: 21.12.2024
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- Install and use the Software on devices you own or control.
- Use the Software in your personal or commercial projects, subject to compliance with this Agreement.
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- Reverse engineer, decompile, or otherwise attempt to discover the source code, underlying ideas, or algorithms of the Software.
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- Claim ownership of the Software or its underlying code.
- Use the Software in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations.
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Adobe Illustrator

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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 Document Cleaner.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 Document Cleaner.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 Document Cleaner script to run it.
5. The Document Cleaner 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 Document Cleaner.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 Document Cleaner.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 Document Cleaner script to run it.
5. The Document Cleaner 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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