Astute Manager Navigation
Astute Manager - Main Panel
The main screen displays six areas described as follows:
A. Sections of Astute Manager
Navigate around Astute Manager using the sidebar options.
B. Avatar Menu
See: Avatar Menu.
C. Top Indicators
User Indicator, Theme Switcher and Announcements
User Indicators including:
A “Beta” indicator appears if the user is enrolled in the “Beta Programme.”
Switch between light and dark interfaces by clicking the moon or sun icon.
The bell icon allows you to view the latest announcements.
D. Cookie Settings
Customize cookie preferences. Users can accept all or configure them as needed.
Astute Manager Cookie Settings
1. Dashboard
Astute Manager - Dashboard
1. What's new?
Details of the latest updates for each plugin, including their version and improvements.
2. Latest News
This section contains information about updates and compatibility with new versions of Adobe Illustrator and operating systems.
2. Plugins
Astute Manager - Plugins Page
List of free and premium plugins.
Pulldown menu with available Adobe Illustrator versions.
Free Plugins.
Premium Plugins.
Menu to install, uninstall, and update all plugins.
Individual plugin installation and update indicator button. The dropdown menu allows you to uninstall the plugin and shows detailed information in Learn More.
For more information see Astute Manager: Plugin Management.
3. Updates
Astute Manager - Updates Page
All updates and new plugin versions appear in this section as soon as they become available.
Menu to select the Adobe Illustrator version.
Description of the plugin and its new features or improvements.
Individual update button.
Menu to update all available plugins.
For more information see Astute Manager: Updating Plugins.
4. Refer a Friend
Astute Manager - Refer a Friend
Description of the promotion and its benefits.
Email input field for the referred person.
Summary of acquired benefits.
5. Texture Packs
Astute Manager - Texture Packs
Texture packs for subscribers, to be used with Texturino.
Texture description and download button.
Texturino video tutorials.
6. Brush Sets
Astute Manager - Brush Sets
Exclusive brush sets for subscribers.
Brush description and download button.
Video tutorials on brushes and how to use them with Astute Graphics plugins.
7. Graphic Styles
Astute Manager - Graphic Styles
Collections of graphic styles for subscribers, created using the plugins.
Graphic styles description and download button.
Video tutorials on creating and applying graphic styles with Astute Graphics plugins.
8. Profile Packs
Profile packs for use in Reprofile.
Profile description and download button.
Video tutorials on Reprofile.
9. Learn
Astute Manager - Learn
Access to quick tutorials, guest artist tutorials, and specialized workflows.
Click to open the tutorial in your browser.
10. Docs
Astute Manager - Docs
Access to documentation for all plugins and our services.
Navigation system by topic: Videos, Features, Effects, and Plugins.
Quick access for getting started.
11. Teams
Astute Manager - Teams
Section dedicated to team license management.
Team management.
Team license guide.
For more information see Business Team Licensing.
Avatar Menu
Astute Manager - Avatar Menu
Clicking on the avatar image provides access to:
1. My Account
Manage your account details such as email address and two-factor authentication login. (See: Avatar Menu: My Account).
2. Billing
Manage your subscription and update your payment details. (See: Avatar Menu: Billing).
3. Settings
Change the settings of your Astute Manager application, including which folder your plugins are saved into and error reporting. (See: Avatar Menu: Settings).
4. Logout
Option to log out of the Astute Manager.
My Account
Astute Manager - My Account
1. Profile
Set and update the user’s name and email address.
Configure the receipt of promotional communications with discounts and offers.
2. Authentication
Change the password.
Enable two-factor authentication.
Obtain eight recovery codes.
3. Plugin Beta Testing
Enroll to access beta versions of plugins and participate in the Slack community.
4. Plugin Usage Data
Enable or disable the option to share plugin usage data (for more information, see: What is AG Core).
5. Astute Manager FAQs
List of frequently asked questions about the Astute Manager.
Billing
Astute Manager - Billing
This section presents subscription details:
1. Billing information
View your subscription status and renewal date (if applicable).
2. Payment method
View your payment information and manage your subscription and payment details.
3. License status
View your plugin license status.
Settings
Astute Manager - Settings
1. Adjust the detection of installed versions for plugin installation
Enable or disable each installed version. (See: Astute Manager Settings: Install or Remove an Illustrator Version)
Manually input the Illustrator installation path if needed. (See: Astute Manager Settings: Manually Set Plugin Folder Location)
Use the Set Default Paths button to reset default values.
The Detect Installed Adobe Illustrator Versions button scans for undetected versions.
Save changes made.
2. For issues requiring special attention
Write to hello@astutegraphics.com.
Submit the error log via the Error Log Reporting button.
3. AG Core Plugin Status
This plugin is essential for the operation of other plugins.
Restart it using the corresponding button.
4. Application Info
Display the Astute Manager version, legal details, and licenses.
Enable the Auto Update option for automatic Astute Manager updates.
Enable Startup at Login to launch the Astute Manager at computer startup (both options are recommended).
5. Reset Default Settings
Button to reset the Astute Manager and reinstall plugins from scratch.