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Vectorizing an Image in the Design Editor: Opening Tab

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  • The Vectorize Image function in

Designer

  • On the Openings tab, click Vectorize Image.

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Vectorize
Definition
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The
Vectorize Image
function in Designer allows you to turn a Rastor (Image) into a Vector (Cuttable Format) to apply as a Deboss, Pen or cut in Vinyl.

This is simply a Raster to Vector Conversion.

Note that the Vectorizing utility in Trace has additional parameters that can be adjusted if you need more control of how an image is Vectorized.

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See: Raster Definition

See: Vector Definition

See: Raster to Vector Definition

See: Vectorize in Designer Function

See: Vectorize in Trace Function

See: Raster to Vector Conversion.

See: Arc Tool in Trace

See: Arc Tool Definition 

See: Splines Definition

See: Convert Arc to Splines Function

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titleVector Definition

A Vector is a graphic drawing in Trace that contains Paths, which are defined by a Start and End point and may contain other Points, Curves, and Angles.

The Vector Paths are independent of resolution, which means they can be resized without losing detail.

A Path is also a file format of Trace which saves all of the Vector elements of the design as you work, whether it is Traced or not. 

When the design is completed, save it as a CutArt to load into Designer.

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See: Raster Definition

See: Vector Definition

See: Raster to Vector Definition

See: Vectorize in Designer Function

See: Vectorize in Trace Function

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  • The Auto Vectorize screen will open.

  • Click the Load button.

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  • Navigate and click on the desired Image.

  • Click Open.

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titleCutArt Definition

CutArt™ are simple shapes and design elements created by Wizard that can be added to designs.

CutArts can be applied to your current design and edited, such as resizing and rotating.

They can be Cut, Debossed, Penned or cut on Vinyl.

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See: Add CutArt Function

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titleCartridge Definition

A Cartridge is the physical component that holds the Blade, Deboss Stylus, Pen or other application tool.

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  • Select the desired tool type from the Tool Type dropdown control.

  • You can only Deboss, Pen or cut the design on Vinyl.

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  • Note that the Vectorizing utility within Trace has additional parameters that can be adjusted if you need more control of how an image is Vectorized.

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    • Enter the desired Width and Height.

    • Select the Keep Aspect Ratio checkbox to maintain the height/width proportions.

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    Keep Aspect Ratio
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    Keep Aspect Ratio
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    See: CutArt Properties

    See: Image Properties

    See: LetterMat Properties

    See: TTF Properties

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    Vectorize Sensitivity

    • Use the Vectorize Sensitivity slidebar to vectorize the design.

    • Slide the bar until you obtain the desired vectorization.

    • Click OK.

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    • It will prompt to save the design as a CutArt.

    • Select the desired location and filename.

    • Click Save to save the CutArt.

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    • After the design is saved, the CutArt will be loaded into the Editor.

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    See Also: Further Editing the Vectorized Design in Trace

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    • If you decide that the finished vectorized design needs further editing, bring it into the Trace program.

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    • The design is brought into Trace where it can be further edited.

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    • See the Trace manual for instructions on how to further edit the design.

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    See Also: Use the Trace Vectorize for More Complex Designs

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    • Use the Trace Vectorize utility which has additional parameters that can be adjusted if you need more control of how the image is Vectorized.

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