Convert a Scanned Image to Vector SVG
Turn any scanned image — hand-drawn art, printed logo, old document illustration — into a clean vector SVG for editing and scaling.
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Best Practices for Scanning Before Vectorization
Scan quality directly determines SVG quality. Use the right settings: 600 DPI for logos and illustrations, 1200 DPI for very fine line art. Always scan in color or grayscale — not in auto mode.
- 600 DPI for logos, icons, and standard illustrations
- 1200 DPI for very fine engraving patterns or lace designs
- Color mode: captures all detail for later conversion
- Clean the scanner glass before scanning — dust traces as dots
Clean Up the Scan Before Vectorizing
Open the scan in GIMP or Photoshop. Remove the paper texture (Threshold or Curves). Fix any scan artifacts. Save as clean PNG.
- Colors > Threshold to convert to pure black and white
- Filters > Enhance > Unsharp Mask to sharpen details
- Use clone stamp or healing brush to remove scan artifacts
- Save as PNG — not JPEG (avoid adding compression artifacts)
Frequently Asked Questions
What scanner settings are best for vectorization?
600 DPI, color mode (even for B&W art — gives more data to work with), saved as PNG or TIFF.
Can I scan and vectorize old newspaper clipart?
Yes, but halftone dots in newspaper art create a dotted SVG. Blur slightly before vectorizing to merge the dots into solid areas.
How do I remove paper texture from a scan?
Use Colors > Threshold in GIMP to make everything below a gray level white and above it black. Adjust the threshold until texture disappears but lines remain.
Can I vectorize a scan of a rubber stamp?
Yes — rubber stamps make beautiful SVGs. Scan with even pressure, clean up with Threshold, then vectorize in B&W mode.
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