AutoTrace

6.6easy start · #10 of 24
in Image Vectorization Software

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Runs where you workyes

Runs on Linux, Mac, Windows.

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AutoTrace is ranked #10 of 24 in image vectorization software on The Geeks Club. It runs on Linux, macOS, Windows.

Compared on image vectorization software

Free plan: Yes
Tracing modes: full-color
Available platforms: desktop
Vector output formats: SVG, EPS, PDF, AI, DXF, CGM, EMF, MIF, ER, Fig
Maximum color count: 256 colors

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The record

Purpose: AutoTrace converts bitmap images to vector graphics.
Tracing: It can trace outlines or centerlines of shapes.
Image cleanup: It supports color reduction and despeckling to reduce image noise.
Input formats: Listed input formats include PNG, BMP, TGA, PNM, and GF; ImageMagick or GraphicsMagick adds JPEG, TIFF, GIF, and other formats.
Output formats: Listed output formats include SVG, EPS, PDF, AI, DXF, CGM, EMF, MIF, and Fig.
Usage: The project documents command-line conversion and use through the libautotrace library.
Installation: The README lists package-manager installation for macOS, Linux, and FreeBSD, Windows installers, and building from source.
Build requirement: Building from source requires GLib 2.58 or newer; libpng and ImageMagick or GraphicsMagick are listed as optional dependencies.
License: The program is licensed under GPL v2 or later, and the libautotrace library under LGPL v2.1 or later.
Support and contributions: The README directs users to the issue tracker and welcomes contributions including bug fixes, documentation, format support, and image-editor plugins.
Release note: The 0.31.10 release notes list ImageMagick 7 support, addressed HKUST CVEs, and Windows 32-bit and 64-bit installers.
Author: The README names Martin Weber as the original developer and lists him under Author.
Build requirements: Building from source requires a C compiler and GLib 2.58 or newer; libpng and ImageMagick or GraphicsMagick are listed as optional.
Licensing: The program is licensed under GPL v2 or later and the library under LGPL v2.1 or later.

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Best Image Vectorization Software in 2026#10 of 24

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Sources

github.com/autotrace/autotrace· checked 28 Sept 2026
github.com/autotrace/autotrace/releases· checked 28 Sept 2026