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Vector Art & Conversion4 min readJul 24, 2026
Keep a vector master for flexible logo production and raster exports for everyday use. Learn what each format does—and what a file extension cannot tell you.
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Vector Art & Conversion6 min readJul 22, 2026
Understand spot color, simulated process and CMYK separations, then confirm the files, ink layers and proof your printer needs.
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Vector Art & Conversion5 min readJul 19, 2026
Learn what a logo redraw can recover, what references to send, and how to check the finished vector before handing it to a supplier.
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Vector Art & Conversion6 min readJul 17, 2026
Strong one-color artwork depends on clear outlines and purposeful negative space. Learn how silhouettes and stencils differ across apparel, decals and signage.
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Vector Art & Conversion8 min readJul 14, 2026
Prepare separate production files from one logo master, with practical checks for printing, vinyl cutting and embroidery, plus signs, packaging and business cards.
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Vector Art & Conversion8 min readOct 29, 2024
Learn when vector conversion helps, what files to request, and how to brief a provider for printing, packaging, apparel and embroidery artwork.
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Vector Art & Conversion7 min readMay 29, 2024
Trace an image into editable paths, export a complete SVG or selected asset, and check the result for web graphics and sublimation projects.
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Vector Art & Conversion9 min readMay 29, 2024
Build your vector art skills with practical exercises in drawing paths, organizing layers, typography, color and reviewing your work.
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Vector Art & Conversion7 min readApr 24, 2024
Choose automatic tracing, manual redrawing or a combined workflow based on source quality, critical details and the cleanup your artwork needs.
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Vector Art & Conversion6 min readApr 19, 2024
Use CorelDRAW PowerTRACE to convert bitmap artwork into editable vector shapes, refine the results and prepare a file for your print supplier.
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Vector Art & Conversion7 min readApr 19, 2024
Trace raster artwork in Illustrator with a seven-step Pen tool workflow, then prepare the file for sublimation with suitable sizing, color settings and proofs.
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Vector Art & Conversion5 min readApr 15, 2024
Follow eight steps to trace an image in Illustrator, refine the settings, expand editable paths, and decide when manual tracing is worth the effort.
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Vector Art & Conversion6 min readApr 9, 2024
Learn how to outline typed text, trace script lettering and vectorize handwriting in Adobe Illustrator, then save a file your print supplier can use.
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Vector Art & Conversion6 min readApr 9, 2024
Learn to draw straight lines, shape curves, close paths and edit anchor points in Adobe Illustrator, then apply those skills to manual vector tracing.
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Vector Art & Conversion7 min readApr 9, 2024
Fix missing fonts, identify lettering in images, correct spacing and preserve scripts or textured type when preparing vector artwork for screen printing.
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Vector Art & Conversion4 min readApr 8, 2024
Keep an editable Illustrator master, then prepare SVG, PNG, JPEG or PDF files for web, print and sharing with the right export settings.
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Vector Art & Conversion7 min readApr 4, 2024
Prepare vector artwork for DTG printing with practical guidance on Illustrator setup, color profiles, resolution, transparent exports, garment choice and samples.
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Vector Art & Conversion7 min readApr 4, 2024
Learn how to change Photoshop color modes, understand color shifts, and prepare raster artwork for vector conversion and print.
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Vector Art & Conversion7 min readApr 2, 2024
Learn how to draw, refine, export and check an SVG file, with practical guidance for logos, web graphics and screen-printing artwork.
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Vector Art & Conversion9 min readApr 2, 2024
Explore how ten business niches use vector artwork for merchandise, branding, websites, print and animation—and what buyers should request.
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Vector Art & Conversion8 min readApr 2, 2024
Prepare screen-printing artwork with the right dimensions, image quality, layers, fonts and ink instructions, then review the final proof before production.
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Vector Art & Conversion8 min readApr 2, 2024
Learn how screen-printing color separations work, compare spot, CMYK, simulated and index methods, and prepare artwork for a printer’s production workflow.
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Vector Art & Conversion7 min readMar 22, 2024
Avoid rough curves, missing assets and output surprises with practical fixes for nine common vector graphics mistakes.
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