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Preparing artwork for digitizing
For the best results, prepare your artwork before digitizing. Study the design and mark the
points to be digitized. Follow the guidelines below to produce consistent results.
Choosing artwork for digitizing
The larger the artwork, the easier it is to digitize. The artwork should be at least 5" x 5" (127mm
x 127mm).
The design should be clearly drawn or photographically produced on paper or film.
Note: Do not use heavy materials as the original. Heavy materials prevent the tablet and puck
from functioning properly.
Use dark, thin lines to draw the design. The points will be easier to locate with the puck
crosshairs.
Marking reference points
The design needs to be marked with two reference points: the baseline and the frame.
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The
baseline
defines the design’s base and specifies the horizontal position of the
artwork. When the design is digitized, the baseline is automatically rotated to a
horizontal position. Mark the left baseline point and the right baseline point as shown
in the illustration.
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The
frame
defines the design’s limits. Mark the lower left corner and the upper right
corner of the frame as shown in the following illustration.
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