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Getting Started with Vector FX

Vector FX uses AI models to generate and convert vector graphics. This guide will help you get up and running quickly.

What you need before starting​

Before you can generate anything, you need to install at least one AI model.

AI models are not included by default. They are downloaded through the Model Hub based on your hardware and preferences.

Step 1 - Install a model​

Open the Model Hub and install a model:

  1. Click Get Models
  2. Browse available models and select a model. If you're unsure, choose the one tagged Recommended for Most
  3. Choose your Hardware Platform — NVIDIA, Intel, or AMD
  4. Choose your Compute Device — GPU or CPU, when available
  5. Review the variant details, including disk space and memory requirements, then click Install

Once installed, the model variant will be available for selection in Model Settings.

Step 2 - Select your model​

After installing a model, choose how it will run:

  1. Open AI Engine > Settings
  2. In Model Settings, choose your installed model
  3. Select a model variant optimized for your hardware

Depending on the selected model and variant, Vector FX will show the available processing methods, such as CPU or GPU, and check whether your selection is compatible.

Vector FX may also suggest optimizations to improve performance or stability.

If you're unsure, choose a variant that is marked as compatible with your system. You can install additional variants later if needed.

Step 3 - Create your first result​

Generate from text​

  1. Enter a prompt describing what you want to create
  2. Optional: choose a preset style
  3. Click Generate

You can continue refining your result by adjusting your prompt, changing settings, choosing a different preset, or generating again.

Convert an existing image​

  1. Import an image
  2. The image is automatically converted to a vector
  3. Adjust settings as needed to refine the result

Understanding the workflow​

Most workflows follow the same general process:

  1. Choose a model
  2. Write your prompt
  3. Adjust settings
  4. Click Generate
  5. Refine and iterate

Different models may expose different settings and capabilities. For example, some models may support features such as negative prompts, guidance controls, or Style Reference, while others may not.

Generating creates a new result based on your current prompt and settings. You can continue adjusting settings, trying different prompts or presets, and generating again to refine your result.

If you want to explore different directions while keeping an earlier result, duplicate the image before generating again.

Tips for best results​

  • Start simple, or use example prompts for inspiration. You can also explore prompts shared online.
  • Use presets to quickly explore different styles.
  • Generate multiple results to compare creative directions.
  • Adjust settings and generate again to refine your results.
  • Try different models if results vary. Each model has its own strengths.
  • If generation is slow or fails, try a different model or variant, switch processing method when available, or enable options like reduced GPU memory usage if supported.

Troubleshooting​

App controls are disabled

  • Select a model in Model Settings to enable generation features.

No models available

Generation fails, is slow, or not working as expected

  • Try a different model or variant, or switch processing method when available.
  • Reduce image size in Image Settings.
  • Enable options like reduced GPU memory usage if available.

Results are not what you expected

  • Adjust your prompt or try a preset.
  • Generate multiple results and refine your settings.
  • Try a different model. Each model has its own strengths.

What's next?​