Advantages:
- Fast and efficient: Auto-tracing can quickly convert raster images into editable vectors, saving you considerable time.
- Easy to learn: No special artistic skills are required, making it accessible to beginners.
- Scalable: Auto-traced vectors can be easily resized without losing quality.
Disadvantages:
- Loss of artistic quality: Auto-tracing often simplifies details and smooths out brushstrokes, potentially altering the character of your artwork.
- Limited control: You have less control over the conversion process, which may lead to unwanted artifacts or inaccuracies.
- Requires image preparation: Your scanned image needs to be clean and high-resolution for optimal auto-tracing results.
- May not be suitable for complex images: Auto-tracing can struggle with intricate details or overlapping elements.