For the Love of Craft: Vectorize Images in Figma Design and Draw | Figma Blog (opens in new tab)
Vectorize is Figma’s new AI image-editing tool for converting raster images into editable vector artwork. It helps designers preserve the character of sketches, photos, and hand-drawn lettering while making them scalable and easy to refine directly in Figma Design or Figma Draw. The tool is intended to reduce tool switching and avoid recreating expressive source material from scratch. ## Converting Raster Drawings into Vectors - Users can drag an image into Figma and select **Vectorize** to convert it into an editable vector with one click. - Vector artwork can be adjusted in size, shape, composition, and individual details. - The **Recolor** control can simplify artwork into a more manageable set of colors and shapes. - Figma color variables can be applied to keep illustrations consistent across brands, themes, and collateral. - This workflow turns physical sketches or rasterized drawings into reusable, adaptable design assets. ## Editing Hand-Drawn Lettering - Photos, scans, calligraphy, and paper sketches can be transformed into editable logos or wordmarks. - After vectorization, designers can modify individual letters, curves, strokes, spacing, and anchor points. - Background removal and bounding boxes help isolate and reposition lettering elements. - The resulting artwork can be recolored, scaled, and incorporated into cover art, interfaces, or branding. - Hand-drawn lettering retains its original character while becoming flexible enough for further digital design work. Vectorize is best suited to designers who want to bring expressive physical or raster-based work into an editable Figma workflow without sacrificing its original personality.