Specifications

Print2CAD OCR 2013- 25
Print2CAD
OCR 2013
3.2 Vector Based, Through a Plotter Interface Exported PDF File
This type of PDF is exported from a CAD programusing a plotter interface. This type
of PDF has only lines and hatches, often with a resolution of 75 dpi. Whereas in the
original CAD drawing coordinates can be placed in any location, plotters and printers use
DPI or Dots Per Inch. Thus, there is a limit to the locations a coordinate can be placed.
When a DWG is “Printed To...” PDF, the coordinates are snapped to closest „dot“ in the
set “Dots Per Inch.” This clearly distorts not only the scale of the entire drawing, but of
the elements within the drawing as well. This kind of PDF is still useful for conversion.
The coordinates may be misaligned, but often can still be used.
Figure:Vector based PDF exported through a plotter (printer) interface.