Getting a vector from a bitmap automatically?

EMDF · 08-13-2006

Well, I'm trying to make a hoodie, and It would be best if I were to have a vector image instead of the bitmap I have. The problem lies not in the colors (there are only 3, red, white, and black), but in the getting of them. The image is about 2000x2000 px big, and I have no time to go ahead and use the pen tool to mark all the way around them, then make changes later to only hope it comes out right.

My question is this: Is there a way to make a vector automatically in a way similar to the magic wand tool that automatically selects colors? Or is there a way i can make a selection vectored?

Help appreciated
-EMDF

**Tamlin** · 08-14-2006

Have a look at this:

Auto-Tracing: How To Convert Bitmaps To Vector Drawings - Robin Good's Latest News

EMDF · 08-14-2006

which one would be best if i had a selection and wanted to vector from there (also which one does it best while it's big)?

**Tamlin** · 08-14-2006

I've really no idea - I don't do much with vectors. I know you can convert a selection to a path, but where you'd go from there I don't know. Maybe one of the Illustrator/vector graphics experts here can help?

EMDF · 08-14-2006

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I know you can convert a selection to a path

awesome! that's what i've been looking for all along!

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Originally Posted by tamlin

but where you'd go from there I don't know

I think i have that all figured out anyway.

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Originally Posted by tamlin

Maybe one of the Illustrator/vector graphics experts here can help?

and where would I find them?

**Tamlin** · 08-14-2006

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Originally Posted by EMDF

and where would I find them?

Hopefully one or more of them will be reading this thread!

prudat · 08-16-2006

Adobe Illustrator CS2 has this function built into it. It is a rather expensive solution but is very easy to use. You can download a free fully functioning trial version which expires in 30 days. convert as many bitmaps to vector as you can in 30 days.

EMDF · 08-16-2006

can i make multiple paths using this tool?

08-20-2006

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Originally Posted by tamlin

Have a look at this:

Auto-Tracing: How To Convert Bitmaps To Vector Drawings - Robin Good's Latest News

Thank you much.. that's helpful

EMDF · 08-20-2006

for some reason, i cannot see the paths i make...