potrace

Name: potrace
Rating: 4 (2 reviews)

Convert raster bitmaps into scalable vector illustrations.

Free • Open Source
Vector Graphic App

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Avg rating of 4 (2)| 2 comments

What is potrace?

An open source command line utility that converts raster images to scalable vector graphics.

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Discontinued

The last release (1.16) is from September 2019.

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Developed byPeter Selinger
LicensingOpen Source and Free product.
RatingAverage rating of 4
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jpeni

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I like potrace because it works well to trace a raster image (especially graphics) and create a useful vector file. It is much simpler to use with the Rasterbater (NOT Rasterbator) GUI. After using the Rasterbater GUI awhile, it will become simple to quickly and effectively generate quality black and white traces of your drawings and text. In addition, it is much less expensive than Adobe Illustrator - its FREE.

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jpeni

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Potrace is simple and efficient in converting raster images to vector. It does a good job of creating a clean vector traced version. I use the Rasterbater GUI to easily access potrace settings.