How to Remove an Effect in Adobe Illustrator

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This article will show you how to remove an effect in Adobe Illustrator.

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    The example below features a 3D effect.
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    Follow this path: Window > Appearance
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    Then click on the Clear Appearance button (2nd from left on bottom of palette).
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    Simply reverse the process to add the effect back.
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