How to Convert PNG to Vector in Inkscape

When it comes to converting PNG images to vector format, many users rely on popular image editing software or vector graphics editors such as Inkscape. However, converting a PNG file to SVG directly is not possible with Inkscape. But don't worry, we'll guide you through the process of tracing the PNG image using the 'Trace Bitmap' tool in Inkscape.

To begin, open up the Inkscape application on your system and select the 'Select and Transform' tool from the left side of the window. This will allow you to select and open your desired file. For instance, if we want to convert a PNG image called 'among-us-green-png', we would find it in our 'Pictures' folder.

Once you've selected the file, click on the 'Open' button to add the PNG image to Inkscape. However, this is not where the conversion process begins. Instead, we'll need to use the 'Trace Bitmap' tool to create a new SVG file by tracing the PNG image.

The first step in tracing the PNG image is to open up the 'File' menu from the Inkscape menu bar and look for the 'Open' option. From here, you can explore your file system to select the required file. Once selected, click on the 'Open' button again to add the file to Inkscape.

Now that we have our PNG image open in Inkscape, we can begin tracing it using the 'Trace Bitmap' tool. This tool allows us to create a new SVG file by tracing the pixels of the PNG image. The resulting vector graphic will be fully editable and scalable, offering many additional advantages compared to the original PNG file.

For example, if you have a logo file in PNG format and want to convert it to SVG, this process can help you achieve that. Scalable Vector Graphics (SVG) format offers many benefits over PNG, such as being fully editable by utilizing vector graphics tools and having the capability to enlarge its points.

In contrast, raster images like PNG are built from discrete colored boxes called pixels. These pixel graphics are static and have a predetermined size. On the other hand, vector graphics are based on mathematical formulas that specify the graphics features on the X and Y axes. This makes vector graphics significantly more dynamic than a sequence of static boxes or pixels.

In conclusion, while it is not possible to convert PNG files directly to SVG format in Inkscape, we can use the 'Trace Bitmap' tool to create a new SVG file by tracing the PNG image. By following these steps, you can convert your PNG images to vector format and take advantage of the many benefits that come with using scalable vector graphics.

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