Manual Vector Tracing Service

Manual Vector Tracing for Logos & Artwork

100% manually redrawn in Adobe Illustrator — clean, editable, scalable vectors with no Image Trace shortcuts.

  • 100% Manual Redraw
  • No Auto-Trace
  • AI • EPS • SVG • PDF
  • Print-Ready Files
Before Low-resolution JPG Pixelated low-resolution tiger logo before manual vector tracing
After Clean Vector Clean vector tiger logo after manual Illustrator redraw 100% manual redraw
12+Years Experience
4,000+Projects Completed
1,700+5-Star Client Reviews
40+Countries Served

The Problem — And The Solution

Your Logo Looks Fine Until You Need to Print It

Raster logos become pixelated when enlarged. Auto-trace tools often create noisy paths that printers, embroiderers and cutters reject.

We manually rebuild your artwork by hand in Adobe Illustrator so you receive smooth curves, clean anchor points, and production-ready vector files you can trust.

Raster (JPG/PNG) Pixelated crowned B logo as a low-resolution raster JPG or PNG

Pixelated and blurry when enlarged

Manual Vector Redraw Clean crowned B logo after manual vector redraw

Clean, scalable and print-ready

Why Choose Manual Vector Tracing?

Auto Trace vs Manual Vector Redraw: comparison of auto trace / AI tools versus manual vector redraw
Auto Trace / AI Recommended Manual Vector Redraw
Rough paths Clean anchor points
Distorted details Accurate recreation
Not production-ready Print & embroidery ready
One-click conversion Hand-built in Illustrator

100% Manual

Every path is recreated by hand in Adobe Illustrator.

No Auto-Trace

We don’t use automatic tracing or shortcuts.

Production Ready

Built for print, embroidery, signage, apparel and more.

Fully Editable

Clean vector paths that can be edited and scaled.

See the Difference

Real client redraws from our portfolio — raster sources rebuilt as clean vectors.

Before and after manual vector redraw of a rooster mascot in a round porthole badge
Before and after manual vector redraw of the Sangria McConnell Estates Winery painted wine label
Before and after manual vector redraw of the Clean My Dealership.com car dealership logo
Before and after manual vector tracing of a flamingo, marlin and sailboat tropical illustration

Browse more examples in our portfolio →

How It Works

A simple process from your artwork to the final vector files.

  1. 1

    Upload Your Artwork

    Send us your logo, image, scan, or existing artwork.

  2. 2

    We Review It

    We check complexity, details, colors and intended use.

  3. 3

    Get Your Quote

    We send you the project price before starting.

  4. 4

    Manual Redraw

    Our designer manually recreates the artwork in Adobe Illustrator.

  5. 5

    Review & Delivery

    You receive final production-ready vector files with revisions if needed.

Your Final Files

We provide industry-standard vector files.

AI format AI Editable Adobe Illustrator artwork
EPS format EPS Print & Production
SVG format SVG Web & Cutting
PDF format PDF Print & Sharing
PNG format PNG High-Resolution Preview
JPG format JPG Web & Preview

Who This Service Is For

Trusted by businesses and professionals worldwide.

Print Shops Reliable production-ready vector files.
Sign Companies Clean paths for large-format work.
Embroidery Businesses Artwork prepared for production.
Brands & Agencies Rebuild missing or outdated logo masters.
Apparel & Promo Brands Crisp artwork for shirts and merch.
Packaging Teams Precise files for labels and boxes.

Built for Real Production

Ready for real-world use.

  • Offset and digital printing
  • Screen printing
  • DTF printing
  • Embroidery digitizing prep
  • Signage and large-format
  • Vinyl cutting and vehicle wraps
  • Packaging and merchandise

Our Process

Our Manual Adobe Illustrator Process

Every project is redrawn by hand — never Image Trace.

  1. Review your file

    We inspect resolution, missing detail, and intended use before quoting.

  2. Manual redraw

    Shapes, type, and icons are recreated with the Pen tool in Adobe Illustrator.

  3. Color & spacing check

    Brand colors and proportions are matched carefully to your reference.

  4. Soft proof & revisions

    You review a preview; we refine until the redraw is approved.

  5. Final delivery

    You receive AI, EPS, SVG, PDF, and a high-resolution PNG preview.

Manual path construction · clean anchor points

Simple, Transparent Pricing

Final price depends on artwork complexity — upload for a free quote before we start.

Frequently Asked Questions

Straight answers about this service.

What is manual vector tracing?

Manual vector tracing means rebuilding your logo or artwork by hand in Adobe Illustrator so the result is clean, editable, and scalable — not an automatic Image Trace.

Do you use Adobe Illustrator Image Trace?

No. Every vector is manually recreated using Illustrator Pen Tool and clean vector paths.

What files can I send?

JPG, PNG, PDF, screenshots, scans, photos, and other common raster references are fine. Upload whatever you have for a free quote.

What file formats will I receive?

You receive AI, EPS, SVG, PDF, plus high-resolution PNG and JPG previews — ready for print and production.

How long does it take?

Most standard projects are completed within 24–48 hours after payment. Complex artwork may need more time.

How much does it cost?

Packages start from $35 for simple logos. Final price depends on complexity — upload your artwork for a free quote before any work begins.

Can you recreate a logo from a blurry image?

Yes, we manually rebuild logos from low-resolution JPG, PNG, screenshots, scans, and old artwork.

Is the final file suitable for printing?

Yes. Files are prepared for printing, embroidery, signage, apparel, and production use.

Ready for a Clean, Editable Vector File?

Send us your artwork. We’ll review it and provide a free quote. We typically reply within 30 minutes.

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