For iPhone and iPad
Print files for t-shirts
Printers ask for a vector or a large PNG with a transparent background. Vectorize Image gives you both.
Scan with your iPhone or iPad camera to open the App Store.
Step by step
How to make a t-shirt print file on iPhone and iPad
- Open Vectorize Image and tap Remove background.
- Pick the photo and wait for the cutout.
- Send the cutout to Image to vector.
- Tap Export.
- Choose SVG for screen printing or a 4× PNG for DTF and DTG printing.
- Send the file to your printer.
What you get
Vector for screen printing
Screen printers separate colors from a vector. Flat colors make that easy.
Large PNG for DTF and DTG
A 4096 px PNG prints about 34 cm (13.6 in) wide at 300 DPI.
Transparent background
The cutout prints without a box around it.
One color for vinyl
Trace makes a one-color SVG for heat transfer vinyl.
Tips for a clean result
- Ask your printer which format they prefer.
- Use fewer colors to lower the cost of screen printing.
- Check the design on a dark shirt and on a light shirt.
Questions and answers
What resolution do printers need?
Most printers ask for 300 DPI at print size. A 4096 px PNG covers about 34 cm (13.6 in) at 300 DPI.
Can I make a heat transfer vinyl design?
Yes. Use Trace and export SVG. Then cut it on your machine.
Do I need the rights to the photo?
Yes. Print only images that you own or have the right to use.
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