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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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This tutorial will cover the basics of 2-dimensional [[Computer-aided design]] (CAD) using the software Inkscape.
For more tools included in Inkscape not covered in the workshop, visit the wiki page for [[Inkscape (Open Source)|Inkscape]].
==Vectors==
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==
