Vectorization (computer graphics)
- Vectorization (computer graphics)
In computer graphics, vectorization refers to the process of using software and hardware technology/services to convert raster graphics into vector graphics.
Popular applications:
*In computer-aided design (CAD) drawings (blueprints etc.) are scanned, vectorized and written as CAD files in a process called "paper-to-CAD conversion" or "drawing conversion".
*In geographic information systems (GIS) satellite or aerial images are vectorized to create maps.
*In graphic design and photography, graphics and photographs can be vectorized, which is often done through a vectorizer plugin for Adobe Photoshop or Illustrator, but can also be done manually. Graphics can be vectorized for better usage and resizing, often without a change in appearance. Vectorizing a photograph will likely change its appearance from "photographic" to "painted" or "drawn"; the photograph may even be transformed into a silhouette. One function of vectorizing a photograph is to be able to integrate it into a geometric design such as a logo.
ee also
*Scanning
*Digitizing
*CAD data exchange
*Rasterisation is the opposite process (converting vector graphics to raster graphics)
*Comparison of raster to vector conversion software
*Optical character recognition
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