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There are a variety of image types with two of the most common being JPG and vector images. Those who have their own websites may already know quite a bit about vector images, or they may have heard about vector images…
PDF files are one of the most popular types of files used to save images and other types of documents nowadays. There are different types of PDF files, though, including vector ones. Vector images are basically files that look as crisp…
Whether you want to manipulate a JPEG image into a vibrant website design or logo, or you simply prefer working with multiple layers, you will need a good converter. A special program is available that can easily convert JPEG to Vector…
Converting JPG to vector can be as complicated or as simple as you want with the right software. There are two general methods to accomplish the task. Manual Conversion Manual conversion is a tedious process. It requires tracing the JPG image…
JPG is one of the most familiar file formats around, used in online graphics and digital photography and by millions worldwide. In fields like engineering and architecture, however, formats like JPG can be a liability—bringing in a realm of problems in…
It can be easy to get confused between DXF and DWG files. After all, they’re both ubiquitous within the CAD industry; both display vector images; both have the same level of quality. So, what are the differences between these vector file types? And…
AutoCAD is a software application developed by Autodesk that enables computer-aided design (CAD) and drafting. The software is used to produce 2D and 3D drawings. AutoCAD software allows users to conceptualize ideas, produce designs and drawings to the required levels of…
We know the world of raster and vector file types can get confusing at times. Scan2CAD alone, supports over 15 formats. But never underestimate the power of a good infographic! Here’s a visually pleasing tour of raster and vector file types….
EDDY stands for Electronic Drawings Display and forms a great part of Australian designer’s Austin Inglis’ goal to assist in the worldwide environmental pursuit of the paperless office. At the moment EDDY is currently a concept but it has the potential…
It’s always great to hear of new and innovative inventions that are created using CAD and the amazing Egg-Bot is one of our current favourites. It’s the brain child of Bruce Shapiro who created it as a simple, easy-to-use CNC machine….
CNC is at the heart of today’s burgeoning maker movement. Using simple tools like CNC routers, milling machines and laser cutters, you could produce anything from laptop decals to wooden signs. In fact, you could start your own CNC project from…
Rather than stay in-front of your computer screen, we want to make sure you have more time outside. Taking the dog for a walk or visiting that nice coffee shop around the corner from home (doesn’t that coffee look good?) No, we…
Details of Update 1. Additional Raster Scale options added. Details:- 1.1 Nearest neighbour – This is the simplest form of scaling and is the type implemented in earlier releases of Scan2CAD. Each pixel is scaled by the scale factor. When scaling…
Details of Update 1. SVG/SVGZ – 2 problems resolved Details:- 1.1 There was a problem with numeric character referencing – issue now resolved. 1.2 In a few cases a PolyPolygon entity was not correctly translated resulting in incorrect colour filling – issue…
Details of Update 1. SVG/SVGZ – two export options added. Details:- 1.1 Attach Raster Image (specify whether the currently loaded raster image is included in the exported SVG file) 1.2 Include Vector Line Widths (specify whether the current vector line widths…
Details of Update 1. Improved Picture/Photo vectorization Details:- Bezier curve fitting improved especially for smaller object shapes. 2. Improved PDF support Details:- Multi-page support improved together with some bugs removed. 3. Help file updated Details:- Help file updated to reflect various recent…
In design and engineering, raster images like BMP can be rather problematic: they lose quality when scaled, and they cannot be edited using CAD software. To avoid these issues, users can convert their BMPs to a vector format like DXF instead. This conversion…
Details of Update Note: The following update changes are specific to 2 organizations and are not likely to be of added value to the general user. 1. Unwanted detail in PDF Details:- An unwanted shape detail was carried over to the…
After the successful release of Scan2CAD v8.0 with its multiple optimizing PDF to CAD features, Avia Systems has had many requests to add an OCR option for converting ‘exploded’ text to ‘proper’ editable ASCII text. As a reflection of Avia Systems…
Details of Update 1. OCR On Exploded Vector Text Supported What is exploded text. Exploded text is text made up from a connected combination of either line/bezier/polygon vectors and typically for large/emboldened text a series of connected solid polygon vectors….
