How do I export this logo a vector?

[JCB]

I am VERY new to this and totally inexperiened, so please forgive this stupid question.  I finally came up with a design I like, but I can't figure out how to export it in a way that I can resize as needed.  I need it for print and web use. Any help greatly appreciated!!!!

[HWW]

I'm not an expert by any means but I usually export as a SVG file.

[SandyC]

eps is the industry standard, BUT if your logo contains bitmap elements (jpeg, tiff, png, etc) they do not get vectorizeed, so resizing the logo will result in pixelation no matter what format you export them in.

[peter]

Hi JCB

 

Let's assume that you need to know the difference between pixels and vectors...

 

• Rasters are pictures and photographs made up of pixels/dots, lots of them. Common formats are JPGs, BMPs etc. These are just like Roman mosaics. Just like mosaics, so if you zoom in/get too close to the image then it becomes blocky and loses its identity.

 

• Vectors are pictures make up with curves and lines (and a lot of clever maths, just Google Bezier curves). Common formats are AIs, CDRs and DPPs etc. This is like drawing out a gingerbread man outline with string and pouring out the sand/fill with colour to add more detail.

So once you have learnt this basic fact, you should know whether to start off from. If you know the final destination of your design, say a company logo - something that has to look good on business cards, letterheads and on the sign above the door; then the vector option is the best way to go.

 

So in a nutshell find out where the image will end, then decide/identify your app/program of choice and decide whether or not the saved/final file should stay as layers/editable or as a flattened image/non-editable file. It is always a good idea to save in both states.

 

Hope that helps. Keep on asking...keep on learning

 

Did you know that if you can use something as powerful as Adobe Photoshop, then using Serif PhotoPlus should be fairly easier and cheaper. So why not visit Lynda.com and see how the key facts and skills can be transferred across the various programs.

 

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