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Personalized Image Capture Technology (.pict)

The PICT file extension, developed by Apple in 1984, stands for Personalized Image Capture Technology. It was originally used by the QuickDraw graphics library on Macintosh computers to interchange both vector and bitmap graphics. PICT files have since been deprecated in favor of formats like PDF, but they were crucial for graphics exchange in early Mac applications.

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Adobe Illustrator Artwork (.ai)

The AI file extension stands for Adobe Illustrator Artwork and is predominantly used for vector graphics in design and illustration. Introduced by Adobe Systems in 1987 with the release of Adobe Illustrator, AI files are essential in professional graphic design due to their scalability without loss of quality. These files support a range of features including shapes, paths, and text, allowing for detailed and versatile artwork creation. As a standard in the industry, AI files are widely supported by various graphic design software, ensuring compatibility and ease of use in diverse digital projects.

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How to convert PICT to AI?

  1. Upload PICT File

    Select a PICT image from your computer, or drag & drop it on the page.

  2. Select PICT Tools

    Use the tools available for converting PICT to AI and click the Convert button.

  3. Download Your AI

    When the conversion status changes to successful, click on the Download button to get the final AI image.

Convert PICT to AI

Frequently Asked Questions

How to change PICT format to AI?

To change PICT format to AI, upload your PICT file to proceed to the preview page. Use any available tools if you want to edit and manipulate your PICT file. Click on the convert button and wait for the convert to complete. Download the converted AI file afterward.

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Convert PICT to AI on macOS

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your macOS system.

  1. Open macOS Terminal.
  2. Either cd to PICT file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your PICT_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert PICT_INPUT_FILE --to ai

Convert PICT to AI on Windows

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your Windows system.

  1. Open Command Prompt or Windows PowerShell.
  2. Either cd to PICT file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your PICT_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert PICT_INPUT_FILE --to ai

Convert PICT to AI on Linux

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your Linux system.

  1. Open Linux Terminal.
  2. Either cd to PICT file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your PICT_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert PICT_INPUT_FILE --to ai

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