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==Tracing an Image==
Inkscape has a useful tool for converting colored, shaded, or other images into vector images that Inkscape draws in. The tracer that Inkscape provides does not fully copy your image into your drawing; It does however, give you options to choose curves and the definition of a picture for you to use in your drawing.
In general, the darker your image, the harder it will be to trace.
(see example)
1: To begin tracing an image, first select it
2: Select the Path > Trace Bitmap item, or Shift+Alt+B.
3: I) Select live preview to view your image
II)Choose your settings in the pop-up window
III) Press OK
4: Your traced Image should on your document
5: Inkscape recommends simplifying your lines. Simplify your nodes with Path-->Simplify
Below: screenshots showing the above process.
<gallery mode="traditional">
File:Bit1.png|Select your Image
File:Bit2.png| Select bitmap
File:Bit3.png| Choose mode and thresholds
File:Bit4.PNG| Lines
File:Bit5.PNG| Simplify your lines
</gallery>
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moved tracing an image to the inkscape knowlege page
Make sure, as with all digital design packages, to save early and save often. You will want to make sure to save as type .SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics)
==Preparing your designs for CAM==
