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How to Convert PNG to AI

Upload your PNG files

Drag and drop your PNG files, or click the upload button to select files from your device.
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Our system will automatically convert your PNG files to AI format using advanced image tracing algorithms. No additional settings required.
Download your AI files

Once the conversion is complete, download your converted AI files individually or as a batch.

PNG vs AI: What's the Difference?

PNG Format

Full Name: Portable Network Graphics

Type: Raster image format

Compression: Lossless

Scalability: Fixed resolution (pixelates when enlarged)

Transparency: Full alpha channel support

Best Use: Web graphics, logos, screenshots

Pros: Lossless quality, full transparency support, wide compatibility

Cons: Not vector-based, quality loss when scaling

AI Format

Full Name: Adobe Illustrator

Type: Vector graphic format

Developed by: Adobe

Scalability: Infinitely scalable without quality loss

Transparency: Supported

Best Use: Logos, illustrations, print design, typography

Pros: Perfect scaling, editability, precise control, professional standard

Cons: Not ideal for complex photographs, requires specific software

When to Convert PNG to AI?

When you need to convert a bitmap logo or icon to an editable vector format
When you need to scale an image to various sizes without quality loss
When you need to edit the image in Adobe Illustrator
When you're creating professional print materials that require vector graphics
When you want to extract shapes from transparent PNGs for use in design projects

Frequently Asked Questions

How accurate is the PNG to AI conversion?

The accuracy depends on the complexity of the original image. Simple logos, line art, and illustrations with clear edges convert very well. Photographs with gradients and complex details will be simplified into vector shapes that approximate the original. Our conversion uses advanced tracing algorithms to achieve the best possible results.

Will the AI file be fully editable?

Yes, the resulting AI file will contain editable vector paths. However, complex images will be converted into many vector shapes that approximate the original image. These can be edited but may require significant work to modify effectively. Simple images with clear shapes will result in more easily editable vectors.

Does PNG's transparency affect the conversion?

Yes, our converter can use PNG's transparency information to better identify shapes during the vectorization process. Transparent backgrounds in your PNG files will be preserved in the resulting AI files, making them ready to use in professional design workflows.

What version of Adobe Illustrator is required to open the files?

Our converter creates AI files compatible with Adobe Illustrator CS6 and newer versions. The files can also be opened with other vector editing software that supports the AI format, such as CorelDRAW or Affinity Designer.

Is there a file size limit for conversion?

Yes, you can upload files up to 100MB each. For best results with vector conversion, we recommend using high-quality PNG images with clear lines and shapes. Note that very large or detailed images may result in complex AI files that are resource-intensive to edit.