What does the Eyedropper Tool do in Illustrator?

The Eyedropper Tool in Adobe Illustrator is designed to sample colors from existing artwork. When you use this tool, it allows you to pick up or "sample" a color from any object or area within your document. This capability is essential for ensuring color consistency throughout your design projects, as it enables you to replicate colors easily without manually adjusting color values. Once you sample a color, you can apply it to other objects in your artwork, enhancing the efficiency of your design process.

Sampling colors can be a critical component when working with multiple design elements, ensuring that an overall harmonious color scheme is maintained. The Eyedropper Tool also works with styles and effects, sampling not only fill colors but also stroke colors, text styles, and other attributes if needed. This functionality streamlines the creative workflow and assists designers in achieving precise and intentional color applications in their work.