Convert JPG to SVG

JPG stores images lossily. Every hard edge picks up fine block patterns and a grey fringe, even where the eye barely notices them. A converter that takes every one of those pixels seriously hands back an SVG with frayed edges and hundreds of tiny splinters.

That is why the tool splits black from white first. Black level and contrast decide when a grey fringe belongs to the shape, the speckle filter clears away single artefacts. Only then are Bézier paths computed from the cleaned area.

Suitable source material

• Logos and graphics that only exist as a JPG
• Photos of signs, stamps or lettering
• Scanned drawings that were saved as JPEG
• Photos with a clear motif in front of a calm background

The route is the same for every source. Only the slider values differ.

1. Load the image and start in the result viewDrag your PNG, JPG or WEBP into the drop area. The result view shows right away what the source turns into.
2. Split black from whiteSet black level, contrast and brightness until every line you want is there and the rest disappears.
3. Remove leftovers with the lassoCircle whatever has to go. Hold Alt and the lasso flips around, so only the selection stays.
4. Check the contour in the vector viewInspect counters, gaps and the thinnest parts. Outlines shows the same shape as a bare line.
5. Smooth and simplify with restraintRaise both shape sliders in small steps until the pixel staircase is gone and the shape still holds.
6. Export the format you needDownload the result as PDF, SVG, EPS, DXF or a cleaned PNG. The download starts immediately.

For the web and further editing, SVG is the target. If the shape goes to print, take PDF, cutting plotters and lasers read DXF. All three hold the same paths.