Image to SVG for laser cutting
Laser software follows vector paths for cuts and fills shapes for engraving. This preset produces a high-detail, low-colour trace with the background removed, ready to assign cut and engrave layers.
Preset: high detail, background removed.
How to use the image to svg for laser cutting
- 1Add an imageDrop a picture. It's traced in your browser, so nothing leaves your device.
- 2Set the colour countThis preset starts at 3 colours and removes a plain background. Fewer colours mean cleaner, simpler paths.
- 3Download the SVGOpen it in Illustrator, Inkscape, Figma, Cricut Design Space or your laser software.
Tips for better results
- Assign one colour per operation (cut, score, engrave) in your laser software.
- Check the width in millimetres after import.
Laser-ready conventions
- Most laser software maps stroke colours to operations, for example red cut, blue score and black engrave.
- Check kerf: the beam removes material, so tight-fitting parts may need offsetting.
- Islands, like the centre of an 'O', fall out when cut. Add bridges or engrave instead of cutting.
- Set the document size in millimetres before export so the design imports at the right scale.
Questions
- Do I need to sign up to try it?
- No. The preview runs in your browser without an account. You only need a plan to download the result.
- Is my file private?
- Yes. Processing happens on your device. Nothing is uploaded unless you save a result to your account.