Convert Scanned Image to SVG
Turn scanned paper drawings, hand-sketched logos, and pencil sketches into clean SVG vectors — ready for editing, printing, and cutting machines.
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How to Prepare Your Scan for Best Results
A clean scan is the foundation of a good SVG conversion. Take 5 minutes to prepare your image before uploading.
- Scan at 300–600 DPI for maximum detail retention
- Use a flatbed scanner — phone camera scans introduce distortion
- Scan in grayscale or black-and-white for pen drawings
- Increase contrast in any image editor before uploading
- Erase or crop out paper edges, shadows, and scanning artifacts
Scan Types and Recommended Presets
Different scan types respond better to different converter settings.
| Scan Type | Preset | Color Count |
|---|---|---|
| Pencil sketch | Line Art | 2 |
| Ink line drawing | Line Art | 2–4 |
| Colored illustration | Default | 12–20 |
| Multi-color logo | Icon | 4–8 |
| Watercolor wash | Default | 20+ |
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I scan in color or black and white?
For ink line art and sketches: scan in grayscale or B&W at 600 DPI — this gives the cleanest traces. For colored artwork: scan in color at 300 DPI minimum.
My scan has a yellowish paper background — will it affect conversion?
Yes. Remove or whiten the background in any photo editor (Photoshop, GIMP, or even Preview on Mac) before uploading for cleaner path separation.
How do I scan a large drawing that's bigger than my scanner bed?
Scan in sections, overlap them, and stitch in Photoshop or GIMP using Auto-Align Layers. Then convert the stitched image to SVG.
Can I convert a fax or document scan to SVG?
Yes for simple line art and text. For document scans with text, use OCR software first to extract text as real vector text, then convert any graphic elements separately.
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