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Vector vs Raster?

What is the big deal with Vector files and Raster files when it comes to printing or making a sign or banner?  

 

 Well we have all heard the old saying “Garbage In = Garbage Out”, that simply means that if your original file is a Raster format, like a jpg, tiff, png, bmp, gif, or similar and the overall size of your file is lets say one inch by one inch and you want to make a 4 foot by 8 foot sign, you can guarantee that by the time your logo file is enlarged from its original size it will be garbage and very pixelated.  

 

 On the other hand, if your original file is a “Vector” format which is a scalable file and regardless if the original is one inch by one inch, it will enlarge crisp and clean in perfect quality with no pixelation.

 

Examples of programs that create “Vector” files would be Adobe Illustrator,

Corel Draw or Serif DrawPlus (see link below to download for Free).  Raster programs would be Adobe Photoshop, Windows Publisher or Paint, and other various low end greeting card making software.

Econo Sign can print from just about any type of file, however some files are better than others.  We prefer vector files, but some high resolution bitmaps at 300dpi are acceptable.  Confused about the difference between vector and bitmap?  Click the logo from our other web site the Decal-Factory.com, these logos to the right are a large graphical comparison between several types of decals.  The three colored decals above are the same as the three non-colored decals below but only the bottom decals are shown in wireframe that allows you to view vector vs bitmap.  The top logo is completely vector, which allows perfect resolution and can be scaled to any size with perfect crisp edges and no “jaggys” .  The middle decal has some bitmap elements and some vector, while the vector will remain clear the other bitmap elements will be “jaggy” especially when enlarged.  The bottom decal is completely bitmap and may be “jaggy” especially when enlarged.  

At Econo Sign we design most all of our signs, banners and decals in high quality vector format to retain top quality and crisp lines for large or small orders that ensure beautiful looking products.

 

Click on image above for large view of Vector vs Bitmap comparison.

 

Would you like to Design and Submit your Vector file yourself?

 

We highly recommend a FREE version of an easy to use VECTOR based program called Serif DrawPlus Starter Edition.  It is safe has no spam or ads and since we own the newest version DrawPlus we are able to open these files as vector and create your signs, banners, decals or self adhesive vinyl lettering with ease and save you setup fees!

 

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Once you have your Vector file you can submit it for a quote here!

 

Click Above to Watch an Introductory Video and learn more about Serif DrawPlus X4.

 

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