Tired of zooming an image only to have it blurred? Well, worry no more because there is a way of creating a graphic that won’t be blurry no matter how much you resize it.

Thanks to their flexibility, these graphics are commonly used in t-shirt printing nowadays. T-shirts let people make statements, show their personalities, and embrace their company spirits among others.

Did you know the global t-shirt industry is now worth $504.6 billion ?

The best forms of art used in T-shirt printing nowadays is the vector art.

So…

What is Vector Art?

Vector art is a type of graphic made using illustration software programs such as Corel Draw or Adobe Illustrator. Thanks to mathematical formulas used by these software programs, vector images have high quality and can be resized without compromising their resolution.

For example, a company logo in vector format can be printed on any items regardless of their sizes. They can be printed on shirts, cards, tarpaulins, and even buses. Vectors can be modified easily, so they can easily adapt to any type of printing you want.

Vector files also do not require much disk space. You can save as many of them in your computer as you want without worrying about running out of space.

Here are the file types for vector art and their benefits:

 1. AI

The Adobe Illustrator Artwork or AI, as its name suggests, is a file made using Adobe Illustrator. AI files can only be edited and read by Adobe Illustrator. Despite these limitations, AI files have lots of benefits. They are best used in creating original graphics, company logos, and other illustrations. Plus, the changes you saved are carried over the next time you open the file in another computer. Lastly, AI files are user-friendly, as they let creators work smoothly and produce files with manageable sizes.

2. EPS

Another famous vector file type is EPS. An Encapsulated PostScript file is a vector file of a graphic, text, or a combination of both. Like AI files, EPS files can also be edited easily. They can also be used in exporting vector art because they can be easily transferred between different users and design programs. They are best used in creating print designs, infographics, and master logos.

3. PSD

A PSD or Photoshop Document is a type of file created using Adobe Photoshop. They can only be edited using Adobe Photoshop. One common advantage of using this file type is it allows users to edit the individual layers of the image even after saving it. This is best for users that want to make changes to final products. Plus, doing revisions become way easier, thanks to  PSD files.

4. PNG

The Portable Network Graphics file is one of the most commonly used file types out there in the industry. They can be compressed easily, which makes them easier to send over the internet. Another benefit of using PNG is its ability to have transparent backgrounds. Hence, PNG files are best used for logos or designs because they can be placed on different backgrounds.

5. JPG

JPG or JPEG stands for Joint Photographic Experts Group, the company that created it. This file type is commonly used for pictures on the internet. JPGs can be optimized to find the right mix of file size and quality. Like PNG files, JPG files can also be compressed for lower disk space and easy transfer. They are best used for photos, especially portraits, with solid backgrounds.

6. DXF

The next file on the list is the Drawing Exchange File or DXF. Hailed as the most compatible vector file type, DXFs can be opened using almost every CAD (Computer-Aided Design), GIS (Geographic Information System), and CNC (Computer Numerical Control) software. Thus, they connect CAD users to other programs users efficiently.

7. PDF

Another most commonly used file is the PDF (Portable Document File). This file is handy because it lets users save images or text without changing anything. The design or text is therefore preserved and can be easily sent through the internet. It is best used for print designs and preserving vector graphics.

8. SVG

SVG, which stands for Scalable Vector Graphics is a file type used to display high-quality images and/or text. SVGs have small sizes, which make them ideal for transfer over the net. They can also be edited using both graphic and text editing programs, they are best used for web design and animation.

9. DWG

Last but not the least on this list is the DWG or Drawing file. This file type can be used in CAD (Computer-Aided Design) software programs. Like the other files in this list, DWGs also have small sizes, which make them ideal for sharing and collaborating with other users.  What makes DWG amazing is its potential for 2D and 3D. A 2D version of a design can be converted to 3D if it’s in a DWG format.

Where to Get Excellent Vectors

All of the files types mentioned above have their own benefits. So, if you are considering using vector art in any of your company or individual projects, finding a trusted company to produce high-quality vectors is crucial.

Not all vector service providers offer all nine file types mentioned above though.

But we, at Speedysep, offers all nine types of files for you to choose from. We also deliver ready-to-print files and customized artwork. You just have to choose a plan, upload your file, put some instructions if needed, and voila! Your artwork will be ready in 24 hours.

But wait, there’s more! 😊

If you want your file converted to another type, we can also help. Converting JPG files to vector photoshop, JPG to AI, PNG to vector, PDF to vector, PNG to AI, and many more are possible at Speedysep.

So what are you waiting for, try our services now for free!