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Prepare photos for auto-digitizing ​

BitmapPreparation00101.pngUse Auto-Digitizing > Prepare Bitmap Colors to reduce the number of colors and remove image ‘noise’ in non-outlined images.
AdjustBitmap.pngUse Auto-Digitizing > Adjust Bitmap to adjust image lightness and contrast in preparation for auto-digitizing.
CropCurve00102.pngUse Auto-Digitizing > Crop Bitmap to crop bitmap artwork for use with auto-digitizing.
SwitchToCorelDRAW.pngUse Mode > CorelDRAW Graphics to import, edit or create vector artwork as a backdrop for embroidery digitizing, manual or automatic.

A degree of preparation is needed for any of the photographic auto-digitizing techniques. For best results, use crisp images with well-defined subjects and strong contrasts.

To prepare photos for auto-digitizing... ​

  • Scan or insert the photo you want to use. For best stitching results, images are better imported via the CorelDRAW Graphics than Wilcom Workspace.

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  • If you cannot see the image, turn on Show Bitmaps.
  • Optionally, crop the image.
  • Size the photo for its intended purpose. Optimal size is 150mm x 150mm or about 6" x 6". 210mm is about the limit for optimal results. You may be prompted to resize when you run one of the PhotoStitch features.

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  • If your graphics application supports it, try re-sampling the image while resizing.
  • Optionally, use the Prepare Bitmap Colors tool to reduce the number of colors and remove image ‘noise’.

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  • Optionally, use Adjust Bitmap to adjust basic lightness and contrast.

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  • First, try clicking Auto Adjust to allow the software to optimize image settings. This works well most of the time. Use Brightness and Contrast settings to sharpen the image further.
  • Optionally, click Reset to return the image to default settings.
  • Choose between image variations:
OptionFunction
SepiaIn photographic terms, ‘sepia’ refers to the dark-brown color of old-fashioned prints. Originally the process involved adding a pigment made from cuttlefish ink during development.
GrayGrayscale images are ones composed exclusively of shades of gray, varying from black at the weakest intensity to white at the strongest.
  • Optionally, switch to Graphics Mode for alternative pre-processing.

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  • For the full range of image adjustment techniques, use a dedicated graphics program like Corel PHOTO-PAINT®. If installed, the Edit Bitmap option is available.