CleanCut VectorBlack & white tracing
Auto threshold finds the right cut-off for you, or fine-tune it yourself for crisp single-color vectors.
For macOS
Pixels in.
Clean cuts out.
CleanCut Vector turns logos, text and high-contrast artwork into clean, cut-ready vectors for vinyl cutters and laser engravers — entirely on your Mac.
Download on theMac App StoreSVG · PDF · DXFMulti-color layersNothing uploadedNo subscription
See the actual trace.
Real input on the left, real SVG output on the right. Drag to compare.
Drag the divider to compare, or focus it and use the arrow keys.
Every “after” image on this page is the exported SVG file itself, traced from that exact JPEG — no retouching, no tracing by hand.
Features
Everything you need for a clean cut.
Tuned for logos, lettering and bold artwork — the stuff you actually put on vinyl, wood and acrylic.
Multi-color, one layer per color
Pick how many colors you want. Each color becomes its own layer, in stacked or cut mode.
Pure palette, no grey fringes
Color snapping pulls every pixel to a clean palette so you never get muddy edge layers.
Smooth curves, sharp corners
Bezier curves stay smooth where they should and corners stay sharp, with proper hole handling.
Detail & speck removal
Choose the detail level and remove stray specks with Light, Normal or Strong cleanup.
Side-by-side & overlay preview
Compare the original and the trace next to each other, or overlay them to check every edge.
Trace with live progress
Hit Trace and watch progress in real time. Changed your mind? Cancel any time.
Real-world size export
Export SVG, PDF or DXF (R12) in millimeters or inches, sized for the real world.
100% on your Mac
Every trace runs on-device. Your images are never uploaded anywhere.
Output presets
Ready for the software you already use.
One click sets up export for your cutter or laser workflow.
- Cricut Design SpaceReady-to-import cut files
- Silhouette StudioClean outlines for cutting
- GlowforgeLaser-ready vectors
- xTool Creative SpaceLaser-ready vectors
- LightBurnLaser-ready vectors
- Laser engrave (fill)Filled shapes for engraving
- Vinyl / cut (outline)Outlines for vinyl cutters
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How it works
Four steps. That’s it.
Open
Drop in a logo, text or high-contrast artwork.
Choose options
Black & white or color, number of colors, detail level and speck removal.
Trace
Watch live progress, then check the result side by side or as an overlay.
Export
Save SVG, PDF or DXF at real-world size with a preset for your machine.
Pricing
Download on theMac App Store
Buy once. Own it.
$9.99
One-time purchase on the Mac App Store
- No subscription
- No account required
- All processing on your Mac
- SVG, PDF & DXF export
- Requires macOS 14 or later
Download on theMac App Store
FAQ
Questions, answered.
Does CleanCut Vector upload my images?
No. All processing happens on your Mac. Nothing is uploaded, and the app works without an internet connection.
Is there a subscription?
No. CleanCut Vector is a one-time purchase of $9.99 on the Mac App Store. No subscription, no in-app account.
What kinds of images work best?
Logos, text and high-contrast artwork give the cleanest results. Photos with soft gradients are not what it is designed for.
Which file formats can I export?
SVG, PDF and DXF (R12), in millimeters or inches with real-world size.
Which machines and apps is it for?
It includes output presets for Cricut Design Space, Silhouette Studio, Glowforge, xTool Creative Space and LightBurn, plus generic Laser engrave (fill) and Vinyl/cut (outline) presets.
What are stacked and cut modes?
When tracing in color, each color becomes its own layer. Stacked mode lets layers sit on top of each other; cut mode keeps them side by side so they don’t overlap.
What do I need to run it?
A Mac running macOS 14 or later.
More help on the Support page.