ArtOptimizer eliminates excess image data by automatically scaling images in Photoshop to match their dimensions in Illustrator at 100%.

This can reduce the size of the Illustrator job by up to 50%, thereby cutting output time and production costs.

The software also includes a degree of image optimisation, such as the ability to automatically convert image colours, apply sharpening filters, merge and delete layers, and run Photoshop Actions during processing.

Zevrix said that the latest version of ArtOptimizer features an improved user interface and the ability to process rotated images in an Illustrator document.

The software is available from the company's website, www.zevrix.com, and is priced at $129.95 (£87).