Enlarge limit

[cubsterky]

I have a 2x2 inch jpeg that's been made using 16 color vector.  I'd like to enlarge it to 60x80 inches and I know it will cut off the sides. That's fine. But can I use the 2x2 inch jpeg to make the 60x80 inch print or do I need to enlarge it in illustrator first?

[fahad_dexter]

Hi! cubsterky,

When you say JPEG/JPG/PNG, you refer to a raster image. When printing, your vector wont be recognized as a vector. Therefore you need to enlarge vector to that specific print size in order to avoid blurry output.

Regards.

[Doug A Roberts]

If your 2x2 inch JPEG is around 2,000 ppi, you should have plenty of pixels to enlarge it to 60 x 80. But that's unlikely.

[Test Screen Name · Accepted solution]

Be clear you do not have a vector and you must make a vector in Illustrator. Auto trace might work, or redraw. The JPEG is a useful thing for you to copy from, not a useful thing for enlarging.

[Jacob Bugge]

cubsterky,

In addition to what has already been said, my guess is that for your purpose PNG will be a better choice for a most crisp and clear appearance.