Architectural offices, construction companies and engineering firms rely on a variety of computer software when it comes to designing buildings, machinery and other products. However, to use certain software it’s imperative to be able to convert files from one format to…
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…
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…
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…
In design and engineering, JPG images are often avoided due to their many limitations. Like all raster images, they lose resolution when scaled, and they cannot hold the information required for CAD design. In the past, users would need to manually trace an…
Ever wondered the best way to convert PDF to CAD? Well, today we’ll take you through everything from what a PDF is to common problems you may find when converting PDF to CAD. Want to jump straight to converting your files?…
Scan2CAD now supports the Scalable Vector Graphics (SVG) file format…
Avia Systems is proud to announce the acquisition of Scan2CAD…
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