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Thus, in this particular example, increasing the Resample had a more desirable outcome than
decreasing Smooth .
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Another setting, called the High Pass Filter , can even further sharpen a tracing. When it was applied in
this same example, note the remarkable improvement in detail:
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Based on my initial experience, there are two downsides to using this setting:
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Getting the optimum setting in combination with the Resample and Contrast settings, is tricky
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After applying and getting the trace onto the Cutting Mat
, you’ll need to apply
Object>Break Apart
and eliminate some unwanted paths. Alternatively, you can use the Draw Mask option to edit while
still in the Trace Image window. Refer to Section 7.03.11 .
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For more details on the High Pass Filter , refer to Section 7.03.12 .
7.03.9 Color Layers Trace
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As mentioned in Section 7.03.1 , Color Layers might be a good mode to choose for a paper piecing or
layered vinyl project if you want under-layers present. In this section, a flower that has two shades of pink
and two shades of green is chosen:
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After loading the image and then selecting Color layers , the window will update to show new settings:
Select Color layers
Click here after
every change
Scroll to the left to
better see the cut
lines in the
Preview
Scroll to select
number of colors
to identify
Colors identified
Preview