Transform your images into editable vector graphics with this simple 4-step process using AI Design Assistant and Adobe Illustrator

Learn how to convert images into customizable vector sketches in Adobe Illustrator
Junie Kim's avatar
Jun 02, 2025
Transform your images into editable vector graphics with this simple 4-step process using AI Design Assistant and Adobe Illustrator

1️⃣ First, getting started with AI sketch generation

Generate technical flat on AI design assistant and click thedownload PNG button

AI Design Assistant interface showing technical flat sketches of belted blazers with download options and sketch type settings
Image to Sketch in AI Design Assistant

2️⃣ Importing and preparing in Adobe Illustrator

Open Adobe Illustrator and import your downloaded AI-generated technical flat.

3️⃣ Then go to Window > Object > Image Trace

4️⃣ Configuring image trace settings

  • Select the Technical Drawing preset from the dropdown menu.

  • Make sure to check the Create Strokes option.

  • Once you’re satisfied with the preview, click Expand to convert the traced image into editable vector paths.

After expansion, your image is now composed of individual line segments that can be edited independently. This is where you can really customise your technical flat.

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