Understanding Vectorized Vs. Rasterized Images - PrismCut P20 User Manual

1.3 Understanding Rasterized vs. Vectorized images
There are two main ways that an image can be represented:
1) Rasterized images are composed of individual dots (pixels) as you might find
in a photograph. These images have filename extensions such as .JPG .PNG .GIF
2) Vectorized images are made from lines (paths) between points as you might
find in a scaled vector graphic drawing. These images have filename extensions
such as .AI .SVG .EPS
Raster Vector
If you try to zoom in and enlarge a (rasterized) photo, you will eventually see the
individual dots (pixels) and the edges will not appear smooth. With vectors this
is not a problem and you can enlarge the image to any size you want
Your PrismCut requires vectorized artwork. If you are using Vinyl Master or Sure
Cuts a Lot as your design software program, new designs you create will be in
vector format. For raster images, both software programs have vectorization and
tracing features that allow you to import many different types of pixel images
that can be converted to vectorized artwork. For images with strong contrast
between the subject and the background typically work best. Please consult the
training materials for Sure Cuts a Lot 4 or VinylMaster to use the vectorization
features in each software.
6
www.prismcut.com
www.prismcut.com