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Convert an image to CAD format

lkirit2000 — Fri, 08 Aug 2025 06:43:16 GMT

Hi Team,

I have a company Logo and I need to cut it out in sheet metal—the Logo in png or jpeg file.

Is this possible.

Thanks

Re: Convert an image to CAD format

imadHabash — Fri, 08 Aug 2025 07:36:32 GMT

Hi,

You can attach raster image to DWG with ATTACH or IMAGEATTACH commands. In AutoCAD, the term "trace image" typically refers to the process of using an imported image as a reference to draw over it, creating a new set of vector-based geometry. While there isn't a single "trace image" command that automatically converts a raster image to vector lines, several commands and features ( LINE, PLINE, ARC, CIRCLE, SPLINE ) are used in conjunction to achieve your need.

Re: Convert an image to CAD format

j.palmeL29YX — Fri, 08 Aug 2025 08:42:11 GMT

Depending on what the logo actually looks like, AutoCAD Raster Design (if you have access to) may be helpful to recreate the logo in vector data.

Re: Convert an image to CAD format

autoid374ceb4990 — Fri, 08 Aug 2025 13:00:17 GMT

The logo is in PNG or JPG format? What format do you need for the final product? Do you need just a line drawing, or a 3D model similar to the attached picture?

Re: Convert an image to CAD format

VincentSheehan — Fri, 08 Aug 2025 13:12:30 GMT

I have used a few online services in the past with success. PNG or JPG to DXF or SVG.

https://convertio.co

Re: Convert an image to CAD format

lkirit2000 — Fri, 08 Aug 2025 20:01:54 GMT

My logo has text and numbers,

I need to convert to dxf to cut in sheet metal.

Thanks

Kiri

Re: Convert an image to CAD format

TheCADnoob — Fri, 08 Aug 2025 20:04:22 GMT

Ive done this type of thing often.

I frequently find it best just to redraw in AutoCAD with the help of the raster tool set.

If the logo is simple enough you may have luck usning conversion tools. I frequently use inkscape to get vertor versions of images, though it depends on several factors as to whether it comes out well. Inkscape is open-source and can output to dxf.

99% of the time though i get better results traing over the image in AutoCAD.

Re: Convert an image to CAD format

lkirit2000 — Fri, 08 Aug 2025 20:06:07 GMT

Hi j.palmel29YX,

My Logo has text and letters.

Please explain the details steps in how to achieve in Raster Design ?

Thanks

Kiri

Re: Convert an image to CAD format

autoid374ceb4990 — Fri, 08 Aug 2025 22:21:09 GMT

Can you post a picture of the logo?

I agree with TheCADnoob, you will probably get better results by tracing the image.

Re: Convert an image to CAD format

j.palmeL29YX — Mon, 11 Aug 2025 12:12:07 GMT

@lkirit2000 wrote:

My Logo has text and letters.

Please explain the details steps

Without knowing the logo it is hard to help.

Re: Convert an image to CAD format

RSomppi — Mon, 11 Aug 2025 16:44:22 GMT

@lkirit2000 wrote:
Please explain the details steps in how to achieve in Raster Design ?

How far have you gotten? Are you stuck on a particular step?

You can find tutorials on how to use the program. If you struggle with certain aspects, you can probably get help here.

Re: Convert an image to CAD format

lkirit2000 — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 01:39:01 GMT

Hi Imad,

Appreciate your guide. I bought the imahe in to the Acad file.

Now, do I need to do it manually, or is there any command will work?

Thanks

Re: Convert an image to CAD format

imadHabash — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 02:30:46 GMT

>> do I need to do it manually

Yes, you have to start manually trace over the image. There is NO other way to get an accurate result.

Re: Convert an image to CAD format

DGCSCAD — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:01:11 GMT

The size and quality of the image will determine the vector conversion output in any raster to vector app, but in most cases a redraw is the only way to achieve a usable vector reproduction.

Some redraw points to consider:

MyFonts.com (used to be WhatTheFont) has a font finder that can help in identifying any fonts used in the image.
Importing the image into an AutoCAD drawing, then setting the transparency to about 50% will give you a good starting point for tracing.
Set the image to the back using DRAWORDER.
For tracing, the use of small incremented plines that can be splined if needed, paying extra attention to any squared off corners, helps to keep things smooth and tidy.
For hatching, in order to eliminate any 'bleed through' (thin streaks), or lapse in color in solid hatches, copy the hatch in place, then set the angle of the new hatch 90° perpendicular to the original.

From someone who has been down that road many times.