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Hi,  I have a tiff file I would like to convert to a vector file using illustrator cs3.  The file is a black and white logo.  I have read where it can be done, but no clear instructions.

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Hi Brad,

I get this question so much, I think I may post it as my bio on here. ha ha.

Click on the placed image and then look at the options bar at the top of the window. There is a button called live trace. Click that and use the settings to achieve the desired look. Once you are happy, then click the Expand button at the top.

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Kevin

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Kevin Stohlmeyer

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I am an Adobe Certified Instructor. I can answer all your questions about Adobe Illustrator version 8 through the new Adobe CS5 versions.

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I am an Adobe Certified Instructor for Adobe Illustrator and have been teaching this application to college students for the past 6 years. I now teach this as a corporate instructor.

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