Bitmap Tracer (Utilities Menu)

The Bitmap Tracer dialog box allows you to convert a bitmap image into a set of shapes. The tracer would typically be used to trace two types of artwork, photographs and line art (for example a logo). If you have trouble producing what you want, see Bitmap Tracer Troubleshooting.

When you open the tracer it shows a bitmap on the left-hand side. This bitmap will be the one you selected in the Bitmap Gallery, the one selected in your document or the default bitmap. If you want to change the bitmap, select one from the drop-down list under the bitmap. You can change the bitmap using the drop-down list. For more details on how to trace a bitmap, see Tracing a bitmap.

Bitmap Tracer Buttons

Insert

Trace

Reset Settings

Save Settings

Defaults

Bitmap Tracer Settings

Trace Mode

Passes

Remove Noise

Minimum Area

Initial Color Tolerance

Final Color Tolerance

Accuracy

Smoothing