How to Open .ase Files (Adobe Swatch Exchange)
How to Use .ASE Palettes in Designer Software
Adobe Illustrator
- Open the Swatches panel.
- If not visible, go to Window > Swatches.
- Click the hamburger menu in the top right corner.
- Select Open Swatch Library > Other Library....
- Choose your
.ase
file.
Adobe InDesign
- Open the Swatches panel.
- If not visible, go to Window > Color > Swatches.
- Click the hamburger menu in the top right corner.
- Select Load Swatches.
- Choose your
.ase
file.
Affinity Designer & Photo
- Open the Swatches panel.
- If not visible, go to Window > Swatches.
- Click the hamburger menu in the top right corner.
- Select Import Palette... > As Application Palette.
- Choose your
.ase
file.
If you would like to download the correct swatches for your print, you can find them on our Help Centre article.