Creating a transparent background in Adobe Illustrator is essential for exporting clean, professional graphics without a background. Whether you’re preparing a logo, icon, or any other graphic, here’s how to make your background transparent:

1. Open Your Document

Start by opening your Illustrator project. If you haven’t already created one, go to File > New to set up your document.

2. Remove the Background

To make the background transparent, first, ensure there are no unwanted objects in the background. Use the "Selection Tool" (V) to select and delete any background elements.

3. Set Up a Transparent Artboard

Go to View > Show Transparency Grid. This will display a checkered pattern indicating transparency. Anything visible will be included in the final export, while the checkered area will be transparent.

4. Export with Transparent Background

When your design is ready, go to File > Export > Export As. Choose the PNG format (which supports transparency) and check the "Use Artboards" and "Transparent Background" options. Click "Export" to save your image with a transparent background.

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