How to Turn an Image Into a Cut File for Cricut, Silhouette and Laser
A practical guide to making an SVG or DXF cut file from a PNG or JPG: which format each machine takes, how to prepare the design, and how to avoid ragged cuts.
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Vectorizing guides
How to vectorize logos, convert PNG to SVG, pick the right file format for printers and prepare cut files.
How to Convert PNG to SVG (and Get a Real Vector)
Many online PNG to SVG converters only wrap your pixels in an SVG file. Here is how to spot that, which methods produce real vector paths, and what to expect from photos and gradients.
SVG vs EPS vs PDF vs DXF: Which Vector Format Do You Need?
A plain-English comparison of the four most common vector formats, with a software compatibility table and clear advice for printers, sign shops, cutters, lasers and the web.
How to Vectorize a Logo (and Check That It Is Really Vector)
Five ways to convert a logo to vector, from manual redrawing to one-click AI tracing, with a pros and cons table and a checklist to run before you send files to a printer.