Vectorize Images
Bad Images? Now Worries! We can help turn your bad artwork into print quality images you're proud to display.
Why is Vectorization important?
Vectorization is important for decals and stickers because it allows for flexibility in size, maintains quality, supports complex designs, and facilitates efficient editing and production processes.
Want to learn more about Vector and its differences from Raster?
Check out our blog “Raster vs. Vector: A Simple Guide”.
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Using AI-Generated Images for Your Decals
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AI image generators are a fast way to get creative ideas on paper, but they're not built for
print production — and decals are one of the least forgiving products for this problem.
Most AI tools export images sized for screens — often around 1,000–1,500 pixels
wide — which sounds like a lot, but decals are usually viewed up close and printed at a
much smaller scale than banners or signs, meaning any softness in the source image becomes
obvious fast.
What we recommend:
- Use vector art whenever possible. Decals and stickers rely on a clean cut line, and vector files (EPS, PDF) scale to any size without losing quality — something no AI-generated raster image can do.
- Run your image through an upscaling tool (like Topaz Gigapixel or Let's Enhance) before uploading, if a raster image is all you have. Upscaling won't add detail that isn't there, but it can smooth out some of the roughness.
- Keep it simple. Bold shapes, high contrast, and larger text hold up far better than fine detail, gradients, or small text, which tend to break down first — especially at decal size.
- Consider our vectorizing service. If your AI-generated image isn't print-ready, we can recreate it as clean vector art starting at $15.
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AI Artwork Check: if you can zoom into your AI image on your screen and it starts looking blurry or blocky before you even reach your decal's actual print size, it will look that way (or worse) once printed.
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Not sure if your file will hold up? Upload it during checkout or send it to our team — we'll check the resolution against your chosen size and let you know before anything goes into production.
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