How to Create an Isometric Grid in Adobe Illustrator

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Go to File > New > New Document

   Create a grid line, starting at a vertical line, using the line tool.
   
   Draw the line (it should be longer than the area border).
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   Step 2: and have the document measure 1000 x 1000 pixels.

   Click at the line and move it to a place you want (it should be far from others lines--approximately 30 pixels).
   
   Press Ctrl + D to paste a new line.
   
   By this step you will have a line with the same length as other lines. , You can use a shortcut by right-clicking and choosing "group."
   
   Right-click to go to Transform. , Make sure to select vertical on the preference table. ,, Go to Transform > Reflect > Vertical and press "OK."
   
   Move it to the position shown in the image. , Create a square measuring 1000 x 1000 pixels. , Select all of it, and then right-click on Make Clipping Mask. , If it does not, retrace your steps and make sure you followed each step precisely.
   
   If everything looks good, then congratulations, you've made an isometric grid!
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   Step 3: Copy a line by pressing Shift + Alt.

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   Step 4: Select all and go to Object > Group.

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   Step 5: Copy a group of lines.

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   Step 6: Rotate the axis at an angle of 150.

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   Step 7: At this point

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   Step 8: you should see this:

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   Step 9: Copy the angle lines and right-click.

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    Step 10: Select all.

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    Step 11: Go to the rectangle tool.

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    Step 12: Position the square on the lines.

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    Step 13: After this step you will see your grid appear only in an area you want.

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