Adobe Illustrator Middle East (ME) edition is a specialized version of the software designed specifically for designers working with Right-to-Left (RTL) scripts like Arabic and Hebrew. Key Features Right-to-Left (RTL) Support
Recommendation: For a logo (a single word), use Illustrator ME. For a 200-page catalog, you need InDesign ME.
Step 2: Type Text
Select the Type Tool. Draw a text frame. Change the Paragraph panel from Left to Right (default icon) to Right to Left (icon shows paragraphs aligned right).
Step-by-Step Tutorial: Setting Up Your First Arabic Document
Assuming you have installed the Illustrator Middle East Version Full, follow these steps to create a flawless flyer:
If you already have Illustrator installed and it doesn't support Arabic (letters appear backwards or disconnected), follow these steps:
4. Digit Substitution
Middle Eastern design often requires Eastern Arabic numerals (٠, ١, ٢) instead of Western numerals (0,1,2).