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  1. In Adobe Photoshop, the 'Export As' dialog (File > Export > Export As) is best used for which scenario?

    Answer: Quickly exporting a single file or artboard to web-optimized formats like PNG or JPEG with previews

    'Export As' provides a streamlined workflow for exporting one image or artboard at a time with live format and size previews.

  2. What is a key advantage of exporting a logo from Adobe Illustrator as an SVG compared to PNG?

    Answer: SVG is resolution-independent and scales without quality loss at any size

    SVG is a vector format, meaning it scales infinitely without pixelation, making it ideal for logos used at varying sizes.

  3. When exporting a PDF from Adobe InDesign with the 'PDF/X-1a' preset, what primary restriction applies?

    Answer: All colors must be in CMYK or spot color; RGB and transparency are not allowed

    PDF/X-1a requires all content to be CMYK or spot colors with no RGB or live transparency, ensuring predictable print output.

  4. In Adobe After Effects, what does 'Add to Adobe Media Encoder Queue' do instead of rendering directly?

    Answer: Sends the composition to Media Encoder so After Effects remains available for continued work while rendering happens in the background

    Sending to Media Encoder frees After Effects from the render process, letting you keep working or preview other compositions.

  5. Which audio format is lossless and best suited for archiving high-quality audio masters in Adobe Audition?

    Answer: WAV (PCM)

    WAV with PCM encoding is an uncompressed, lossless format that preserves the full audio quality of the original recording.

  6. When using Photoshop's 'Generate Image Assets' feature, what triggers automatic export of layer assets?

    Answer: Naming a layer or group with an extension such as .png, .jpg, or .gif

    Generator exports assets automatically whenever you save and a layer or group name includes a recognized file extension.

  7. In Adobe XD, what is the primary purpose of the 'Prototype' mode when sharing a design?

    Answer: To create interactive clickable mockups that stakeholders can experience in a browser or mobile device

    Prototype mode in XD links artboards with interactions so reviewers can click through a realistic simulation of the final product.