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Vectorize

  • The Vectorize button will convert the Rastor Image into Vector Lines, Arcs and Curves with the currently selected settings.

  • If the image is large or extremely complex, it may take a while for the vectorization process to complete.

 Raster Definition

A Raster is a Bitmap image (JPEG, PNG, GIF, etc.) that is made up of a grid of Pixels, such as a photograph, which can be loaded in Trace and Visualize.

 Vector 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 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.

 Raster to Vector Definition

Raster to Vector is the process of taking a Raster image and converting it into a Vector to edit in Designer and Trace.

A Raster is a Bitmap image (JPEG, PNG, GIF, etc.) that is made up of a grid of Pixels, such as a photograph.

A Vector is a drawn graphic path which is defined by a Start and End point, which may contain other Points, Curves, and Angles, drawn in Trace.

 Line Tool Definition

The Line tool in Trace will draw a Two-Point Line. 

The Line is defined by two points: the Initial Position and the Terminating Position (which are called “anchors”).

After it is drawn, a third point in the Center is displayed, which can be moved to alter the Line into an Arc.

 Arc Tool Definition

The Arc Tool tool function allows you to draw a three-point mathematically defined curve in the Trace software.

The Arc has three points: the Initial Position and the Terminating Position (which are called "anchors") and one separate Middle point (which is called a "handle") which can be moved to change the shape of the Arc.

 Curve Tool Definition

The Curve function allows you to draw a four-point mathematically defined Bezier/Spline Curve in the Trace software.

The Bezier/Spline Curve is defined by four points: the Initial Position and the Terminating Position (which are called "Anchors") and two separate Middle Points (which are called "Handles"), which can be moved to alter the shape.

Vectorizing the Current Image

Load the Desired Image

 Design Bounds Definition

The Design Bounds defines the canvas size of the current design in Trace.

  • Click the Vectorize button.

 Vectorize Definition

Raster to Vector is the process of taking a Raster image and converting it into a Vector to edit in Designer and Trace.

A Raster is a Bitmap image (JPEG, PNG, GIF, etc.) that is made up of a grid of Pixels, such as a photograph.

A Vector is a drawn graphic path which is defined by a Start and End point, which may contain other Points, Curves, and Angles, drawn in Trace.

  • The Image is Vectorized and automatically traced as a Normal Bevel if the object is enclosed. 

  • You have the option of retracing as a different Bevel/Cartridge Type, or Exploding it and Editing it.

 Raster to Vector Definition

Raster to Vector is the process of taking a Raster image and converting it into a Vector to edit in Designer and Trace.

A Raster is a Bitmap image (JPEG, PNG, GIF, etc.) that is made up of a grid of Pixels, such as a photograph.

A Vector is a drawn graphic path which is defined by a Start and End point, which may contain other Points, Curves, and Angles, drawn in Trace.

 Normal Bevel Definition

The Standard, Normal or Forward Bevel is when the Angle of the blade cuts the Matboard surface so it Slants Away from the surface of the Matboard, and the Matboard Core is Seen from the front.

The Bevel Type is the Angle that the blade cuts on the Matboard/Fallout surface when it is not cut at a 90° Right Angle.

 Bevel Type Definition

The Bevel Type is the Angle that the blade cuts on the Matboard/Fallout surface when it is not cut at a 90° Right Angle.

 Cartridge Definition

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

 Explode Tool Definition

The Explode button will break up the Selected Object into the individual segments that make up the object in Trace.

The Explode All button will break up All Objects into their individual segments that make up the object in Trace.

For example, a Rectangle will be broken up into Four Individual Lines which can be edited separately.

The Vectorize Program Steps:

  • The Tracing program has to determine which features of the image are Relevant and which are Artifacts.
    In the first step, the bitmap is broken down into a number of Paths, which form the boundaries between black and white areas.

  • In the second step, each path is approximated by an Optimal Polygon.

  • In the third step, each polygon is transformed into a Smooth Outline.

  • In the fourth step, the resulting curve is optimized by Joining Consecutive Bezier Curve Segments together where possible.

  • Finally, the Output is generated in the required format.

 Traced Definition

Tracing the Design provides the Bevel Type and other necessary information to the Vector design in order to either Cut or apply a Non-Blade Tool on the CMC.

The Set Bevels Tab in Trace contains the tools needed to Trace the design.

 Path Definition

A Path is a drawn Vector graphic path in Trace which is defined by a Start and End point, which may contain other Points, Curves, and Angles. The 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.

 Curve Definition

The Curve function allows you to draw a four-point mathematically defined Bezier/Spline Curve in the Trace software.

The Bezier/Spline Curve is defined by four points: the Initial Position and the Terminating Position (which are called "Anchors") and two separate Middle Points (which are called "Handles"), which can be moved to alter the shape.

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