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marilynroe
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Jun 04, 2025

Any free png to svg converter that works on PC or Mac?

I'm working on a small design project and need to convert several PNG images into SVG format. Since SVG is vector-based and scales better for things like logos or icons, I prefer that over raster for...
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HarperLake
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Jun 04, 2025

To convert PNG to SVG on your Windows PC, right? I’ve done this a few times myself, and honestly, the easiest way I found is to use some free online tools or apps that do the job pretty smoothly without messing around with complex software.

1. Use an Online Converter  
* Just search for “PNG to SVG converter” — I like converti0.co or online-c0nvert.com.
* Upload your PNG file, choose SVG as the output, then hit convert.
* Download the SVG once it’s done.
* Super quick, no installs needed.

2. Use 1nkscape (Free Vector Graphics Software)  

* If you want more control and a better quality SVG, 1nkscape is awesome.
* Download and install it on Windows computer.
* Open your PNG in 1nkscape (it will import as a raster).
* Use the “Trace Bitmap” feature (Path > Trace Bitmap).
* Play around with the settings to get a good trace of your image.
* Once you’re happy, delete the original PNG and save as SVG.
* It’s a bit more hands-on, but gives you a cleaner vector version.

To convert PNG to SVG, for quick stuff, online converters are fine, but if you want a cleaner, scalable SVG, 1nkscape is the way to go. Just play around with the trace settings until it looks good.

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