Illustrator is a great tool for creating graphics, but sometimes you may want to flatten an image so that it’s easier to work with. Here are four ways to do it:

  1. Use the Flatten Image command. This option can be found in the Image menu or under the Tools panel. It will flatten the image and remove any shadows or highlights.
  2. Use the Content-Aware Move tool. This option can be found in the Move menu or under the Tools panel. It will move all of the content in an image, including shadows and highlights, without affecting the edges of the image.
  3. Use the Content-Aware Scale tool. This option can be found in the Scale menu or under the Tools panel. It will scale an image without affecting its edges, which can be helpful if you want to reduce its size without losing any detail.
  4. Use Photoshop’s liquify filter to soften an image’s edges and reduce its detail while preserving its overall shape and coloration. ..