Auto Trace is an Add Object tool in Image inside 3DPlotter V3 Studio. Vectorise a bitmap into clean plottable outlines.
How to use Auto Trace
- Open Studio → Add Object → Image → Auto Trace
- Import a bitmap; the trace engine converts it to clean outlines
Menu path: Add Object → Image → Auto Trace
Key controls
Place this tool from the menu, then adjust settings in the inspector on the canvas.
What you can plot with Auto Trace
- Pen-plotter art on A4/A3 beds (Bambu Lab, Prusa, Creality, and other pen-holder setups)
- Layered linework exported as G-code with pen-up travel
- Combined with other V3 objects and modifiers in the same document
Frequently asked questions
Where is Auto Trace in the menu?
Add Object → Image → Auto Trace
What can I adjust?
Adjust the controls above in the inspector after placing Auto Trace on your canvas.
Is this non-destructive?
Objects live on layers as elements. You can edit parameters anytime; delete the element to remove it.
Does Auto Trace work with multi-pen plotting?
Yes. Use Pen Palette on a layer to split linework by color, or set per-path ink on modifiers like Offset.
Try Auto Trace
Open 3DPlotter Studio, follow the steps above, and export a test plot. Lifetime V3 access is €29.90.
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