RasterVect

Powerful tool for converting scanned drawings into editable vector graphics

Overview

RasterVect is a conversion utility crafted for professionals and hobbyists who frequently need to convert scanned or rasterized drawings into clean, editable vector graphics. Designed primarily for engineers, architects, designers, and anyone managing legacy blueprints, this software streamlines the process of transforming paper-based images—typically in BMP, JPEG, TIFF, and PNG formats—into vector drawings compatible with a wide range of CAD and illustration programs.

Core Features

Broad Format Support

RasterVect offers compatibility with all major raster formats for import, enabling users to process images scanned from any source. Its vector outputs cover popular file types including DXF, WMF, EMF, EPS, and AI, which are recognized by industry-standard CAD programs such as AutoCAD and CorelDRAW.

Efficient Vectorization Capabilities

The software comes packed with sophisticated algorithms that automatically recognize and convert orthogonal and inclined lines, arcs, and circles. It can distinguish intricate shapes, ensuring accurate conversion for detailed technical drawings. Additionally, users have the option to maintain the original drawing scale, a crucial function for engineering and architectural workflows that depend on dimensional accuracy.

User-Friendly Interface

RasterVect features an interface that caters to both advanced users and beginners. Its workspace allows for zooming, scrolling, and simple color adjustments. The conversion process is guided step by step, reducing the learning curve for new users. Multiple editing tools are included to refine vector paths after conversion, helping to perfect drawings before exporting.

TWAIN Scanner Support

With TWAIN support, users can import scanned images directly from most scanners without the need for external image processing tools. This provides a smooth and efficient workflow for digitizing large quantities of drawings in one session.

Additional Utilities

Among its additional features is the ability to convert grayscale or color images to black-and-white, optimizing them for vectorization. Recently, RasterVect introduced encrypt/decrypt functions, allowing users to add an extra layer of security to their sensitive design files.

Performance and Reliability

RasterVect demonstrates solid performance when processing both simple and highly complex designs. Vectorization is typically fast, even for larger images. The application’s error correction and line alignment options further enhance the quality of the output files, reducing the time needed for manual adjustments.

Use Cases

The software is ideal for technicians bringing archived paper designs into digital projects, artists wanting to digitize hand drawings, and project managers aiming to preserve and update legacy documentation. Output files can be shared, edited, and printed using a diverse range of CAD and illustration applications.