Bitmap/jpeg to vector convertor

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The discussion focuses on finding free software to convert JPEG images, particularly plots and graphs from scientific articles, into vector images. Users express dissatisfaction with tools like Corel Trace and Inkscape, while noting that Vector Magic is effective but not free. The online version of Vector Magic is mentioned as a slower alternative. One user shares a method of taking high-resolution screenshots from Acrobat Reader and using IrfanView to save them as PDFs, which is a workaround for those not needing high-quality vector graphics. Additionally, there’s a suggestion to download TeX source files from arXiv for better image quality, although this is not applicable for all articles. The conversation emphasizes the need for effective and accessible image conversion solutions in academic contexts.
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Hello all,
i am interested to know about a good free software to convert some jpeg image (usual plots/graphs) to a reasonable vector images..all these jpeg i take from science article..
I tried with corel trace & inkscape but not completely satisfied.
But vector magic is really good but not free..so i use the online free version..but it takes some time to convert...
can someone help me in this conversion..
thanks
 
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If I have to cut something out of a document, I usually make a screenshot from Acrobat Reader (very zoomed in, at like 800% or so) and then copy it to IrfanView where I store it as a PDF document again.
It's not really vector vector, but as long as I don't print my document on A1 it works.

If you have science articles that you find on arXiV, you can try downloading the TeX source there. Usually the images are included separately in the ZIP file as .eps or maybe even .pdf nowadays.
 
yes..always the dirty tricks works fine..
that article is not published in arxiv..so i will try your 1st method..
thanks
 

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