Astute Manager Pro keeps Illustrator asset management simple and frustration-free. Drag-and-drop your Brushes, Swatches, Templates, or more, straight into the interface to backup or share them instantly. No need to find Illustrator’s hidden folders or navigate complex file paths. Everything installs in the correct place automatically, ensuring your setup is always ready to use.
Behind its simplicity is powerful automation. Team-shared assets install in the right place automatically, updates are flagged clearly through the in-app ‘traffic light’ panel, and teams stay aligned without IT involvement. Whether you’re working solo or managing hundreds of users, Astute Manager Pro keeps your Illustrator environment consistent, fast, and frustration-free.
Ease of Use
Astute Manager Pro is built for ease of use, requiring minimal technical skill or continuous IT support to manage Illustrator assets. Users can quickly install graphical assets and plugin settings without disrupting their workflow. A drag-and-drop interface enables fast and secure cloud-based backup and sharing, while Illustrator terminology increases familiarity. The software auto-detects Illustrator installations, installs assets in the correct locations, and includes an optional Illustrator ‘traffic light’ panel to warn of updated assets. In-app help ensures a self-guided experience, and if there’s any doubt, Astute Graphics’ renowned human support is there to help.
Simplicity at its core
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Designed with ease of use at its core, Astute Manager Pro requires little to no technical experience or ongoing IT support, making it ideal for creative professionals who want to stay focused on their work. Users can install a wide range of assets including Swatches, Graphic Styles, Brushes, Texturino Textures, and VectorFirstAid Checkups without interrupting their Illustrator workflow. The interface is intuitive and uses familiar Adobe Illustrator terminology. In-app help and Astute Graphics’ renowned human support ensures a smooth, self-guided experience from start to finish.
Available on both macOS and Windows, the software automatically detects Adobe Illustrator installations, regardless of chosen language, and installs assets in the correct hidden locations for seamless integration. An optional ‘traffic light’ panel in Illustrator clearly signals when asset updates are available, helping teams to ensure design conformance with minimal effort.
