Auto-digitizing with Reef PhotoStitch

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Use Auto-Digitizing > Reef PhotoStitch to turn photographs into a single embroidery field resembling a coral reef.

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Use Auto-Digitizing > Crop Bitmap to crop bitmap artwork for use with auto-digitizing.

Reef PhotoStitch expands on the Photo Flash auto-digitizing method to convert photos and images to monochrome embroidery. Automatically fill shapes with open stitching reminiscent of a coral reef. The technique produces embroidery with a low stitch count based on the color contrast present in the image. It works best with images containing clearly defined areas with high-contrast colors.

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To auto-digitize with Reef PhotoStitch...

1Scan or insert the photo you want to use. For best results, use crisp images with well-defined subjects and strong contrasts. See Loading bitmap artwork for details.

2Size and/or crop the image for its intended purpose. 400mm (16”) is the limit. See Preparing photos for auto-digitizing for details.

3With the image selected, click Reef PhotoStitch. The Reef PhotoStitch dialog opens. This provides interactive control over grayscale image settings and embroidery settings.

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4Use the zoom buttons to examine the image preview in detail. Alternatively, zoom in and out with the mouse wheel.

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5Use Preview to generate temporary stitching without closing the dialog. Move the dialog as necessary in order to preview the result in the design window. Artwork is hidden during preview.

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Related topics...

3Adjust grayscale settings

3Adjust stitch settings

3Review the results