Before you begin
- Choose source images with similar visual characteristics.
- Test the trace preset on a representative file before scaling up.
- Treat expansion and cleanup as part of the workflow, not an afterthought.
- Keep raster sources separate from generated vector files.
A controlled manual workflow
Manual processing suits a small set or a rule that has not been tested yet.
- Open one representative raster image in Illustrator.
- Try an Image Trace preset and inspect small shapes, corners, and color separation.
- Expand the trace, perform only the cleanup the artwork needs, and fit the artboard.
- Save to a separate output location and repeat with the same settings for similar files.
Quality checks before delivery
Open representative outputs and review the actual vector or raster file at the size and in the application that matters.
- Compare small details against the raster source.
- Check whether intentional white shapes survived the cleanup policy.
- Open the final AI, EPS, or SVG files and inspect their previews separately.
- Separate files that need a different preset into another batch.
Troubleshooting
Keep the source unchanged while you diagnose a failed file. Other files in the batch can continue.
- If details disappear, test a more suitable preset or higher-detail profile on one file.
- If the output is too complex, regroup the source files or choose a preset that produces simpler paths.
- If a source fails, verify that Illustrator can open or place it normally and check the batch summary.
Workflow
Batch workflow in AZTER
Start the batch after grouping the source files and defining the output.
- 01
Put compatible BMP, GIF, JPG, PNG, PSD, or TIFF files in one folder.
- 02
In AZTER, choose Trace and select different source and output folders.
- 03
Choose an Illustrator preset, a quality profile, vector formats, and optional previews.
- 04
Run the batch, read the completion summary, and inspect representative outputs before delivery.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Should I test every batch on a small set first?
Yes. Use representative files, including at least one difficult example, before applying one rule to a large folder.
Does AZTER change the source files?
No. AZTER uses separate source and output folders. If an output name already exists, AZTER adds a number. It replaces an existing file only when you enable Overwrite.
What happens if one file fails?
The failure is reported and ordinary per-file failures do not stop the rest of the batch. Review the completion summary and handle the exception separately.