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How do I convert an Adobe Illustrator or Corel Draw file into a PNG?

PNG files are similar to JPG files, but PNG files can have a transparent background.

Converting Adobe Illustrator files (AI or EPS) into PNG files

  1. Create your image at full size (print size) if possible
  2. From the FILE menu, select Export…
  3. From the “Save as type” drop-down menu, select PNG (*.PNG)
  4. Choose the location where you would like to save your file, type a name for the file, then click the SAVE button
  5. In the PNG Options dialog box, under Resolution, select HIGH (300 ppi)
    • Note: if your Illustrator file was created at full size (100% scale), you can select Medium (150 ppi) for the resolution
  6. Under Background, select Color: Transparent
  7. Make sure the Anti-Alias box is checked
  8. Click OK

Converting CorelDraw x3 files into PNG files

  1. Create your image at full size (print size) if possible
  2. From the FILE menu, select Export…
  3. From the “Save as type” drop-down menu, select PNG
  4. Choose the location where you would like to save your file, type a name for the file, then click the EXPORT button
  5. In the Convert to Bitmap dialog box, select the following:
    • Image Size
      • Width: 100%
      • Height: 100%
      • Resolution 300 dpi
      • Check Maintain original size
      • Note: if your file was created at full size (100% scale), you can select 150 dpi for the resolution
    • Color
      • Color Mode: RGB Color (24-bit)
      • Uncheck Apply ICC profile
    • Options
      • Check Anti-aliasing
      • Check Transparent background
  6. Click OK
  7. In the PNG Export dialog box, adjust the settings to your liking.
  8. Click OK
 
 
 
 
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