If you have a PNG file and you want to take advantage of the benefits of working with vector graphics — like infinite scaling and editability — then you’ll need a vector file format to work with. Unfortunately, the PNG format is not a vector format. In this tutorial I’ll be demonstrating two different ways in which you can convert a PNG to vector with Adobe Illustrator. The first is by utilizing the Image Trace feature, and the second is by manually tracing your design.

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Timestamps:

00:00 Intro
00:35 Workflow Setup
00:56 Import Your PNG/Image
01:23 Method 1: Auto Tracing
03:58 Method 2: Manual Tracing
10:24 Conclusion

Intro song: "In Da Mood" by Combustibles, used with written permission