AI export feedback/request

[gnurf]

I am using Xtreme 5 Pro to make stock images and most agencies want the final files in AI8 eps format.

First small issue is that when I export in AI format (or AI eps) the file won't be accepted by most as it is not a valid AI eps. I compared files saved in AI and in XX pro and I noticed that the first lines differs a little. Anyway, I always open (because I have to) the exported files in AI to check color space, open curves and stray nodes/anchor points, before saving again as AI8 eps.

Also, it would be nice if one could force to export in either RGB or CMYK color space, avoiding mixed RGB and CMYK colors. But it's not a biggie as AI asks when opening mixed color spaces witch one is preferred.

Another things:
Why aren't blends exported as blend, instead of being converted to multiple shapes? Now, if I want to use a blend I have to "unblend" before exporting and then make the blend again in AI (or I end up deleting the "blend steps" in AI)

Why cannot elliptical fills be exported as "stretched" circular fills? It is possible to stretch circular fills in AI and make them look like elliptical fills.

Note that I'm asking "why" - if it is due to impossible technical reasons i can accept that, if not it would be nice if the issues could be fixed somehow.

[steve.ledger]

Are you asking for feedback from the Xara dev Paul or TG members?
Dear Xara isn't a forum intended for debates, but I can move it to the general Xtreme forum of you wish?

Thanks

[Albacore]

Paul I have been struggling with this for years, you have got to expect this from one programme to another as each have their different ways of doing certain things. If I use Serif or Freehand and export drawings as PDF's or EPS you get the same problem when you import them to AI that is why the "Smart Objects" in the Design Suite is so handy as you can edit one in another programme and then save.

There has been many tries getting a format which is universal and at the moment PDF's are the best method. When I try to make an income from a drawing or design I do the rough work in XPro and then finish it off in AI saving me time and effort. I don't find that lines are a problem when exporting but I wish AI was the same as FH as you could cut and paste from Xara to FH.

[gnurf]

No intention to debate. I might have put a slightly "fuzzy" title (sorry) where the feedback refers to my feedback to Xara, and my request is a "fix" to the export issues if possible.

And yes, an answer from Xara dev would be nice.