How to reduce AI file size?
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When we are saving the file for the first time (File > Save… or File > Save As…) this opens Illustrator's options dialog box. To significantly reduce the file size, untick Create PDF Compatible File and tick Use Compression.
Such selection of options reduces the file size significantly. In the example we experimented on a complex vector stock image.
Using the Create PDF Compatible File option may be required in some areas of design. In this case, select it during the last save (File > Save As…), when the work will be completely ready. Also Create PDF Compatible File option will help you recover Illustrator files after a crash. However, this recovery is not necessary if you use Autosaviour plugin, which can create a backup copy of the file.