How to Convert PNG to SVG with Inkscape

Sometimes we need not only images in PNG format but also scalable vector graphics (SVG) versions. In my case, I needed to convert a website logo from PNG to SVG format. I tried one online PNG to SVG converter, then another, but the quality wasn't good — at least for me. So I searched for the ways to do that, and one of them was to use Inkscape, a vector graphics editor that is primarily used for creating and editing vector images.

Here is how you can convert PNG to SVG in Inkscape:

1. Open Inkscape.
2. Go to File > Open and select your PNG file.
3. Select the image, then go to Path > Trace Bitmap. In the Trace Bitmap dialog, adjust settings as needed, or just leave the default settings and click Apply.
4. Once you are satisfied with the vector image, go to File > Save As, choose Inkscape SVG or Plain SVG file format, and click Save.

By following these steps, you can effectively convert a PNG image to SVG format using Inkscape, ensuring a high-quality, scalable graphic for your needs.