Botsy can draw vector files: .AI, .SVG, .DXF, and .EPS.

Vector graphics are based on simple elements like lines, circles, rectangles, curves, and dots. This brings a big benefit for Botsy- vector graphics can be scaled to any size without loss of accuracy or resolution. For example, vector artwork from your computer screen can easily be enlarged to a wall-sized drawing without losing image quality and without pixelation.  

No, Botsy cannot print photos (raster images): .JPEG, .PNG, .TIFF, or .GIFF.

There are many websites where you can download vector files. Search Google for your desired image followed by "vector file" or use a popular site www.freepik.com. 

Inkscape is a free graphic design program that can be used to start learning how to make your own vector files. Many YouTube channels have tutorials about vector art design. Inkscape runs on Mac OS, Microsoft Windows, and Linux.

Of course, you can always shoot us an email and we will help you.

To convert your sketch into a vector file, you must have a high-contrast line drawing. Scan your sketch and vectorize it either in Inkscape (free graphic design program) or in Adobe Illustrator.

To send art files to the wall drawing machine, we use a two-step process.

1. Open your vector file in Inkscape, which is used to define real-size dimensions of your design to be drawn on a wall. Once dimension are set, generate a control file.

2. Upload the control file to Universal Gcode Sender, the program used to control Botsy's drawing operations. The software has a pause function, features manual control of the wall robot's movements, offers a preview of the drawing and shows the estimated time until the drawing is completed. You can control the wall drawing machine via Bluetooth or USB cable.

Yes, the software is free and included in your purchase.

The wall drawing robot software runs on Microsoft Windows 2000 or higher, MAC OS X 10.4 Tiger or higher, and Linux. Please have Java 8+ installed on your computer. Your laptop should have a USB port and/or Bluetooth.

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We have two attachment systems.

Botsy attaches to a wall using 3M Command Strips.  3M recommends to use their product on smooth sealed and finished surfaces; including painted, stained or varnished wood, glass, painted cinder blocks, plaster, metal, and painted walls. 3M recommends fresh paint to be fully cured (check paint can for manufacturer's cure time) before using Command products.

For any other surfaces, we recommend using adjustable poles to lean the wall drawing robot against the surface. For rough surfaces, see the next question.

It depends. We offer a special Botsy Pen Holder for rough surfaces like cinder blocks, splatter, popcorn, orange-peel texture, cheap plywood, and outside textured walls. Add Rough Surface Pen Holder at checkout - if you plan to draw on rough surfaces. We also recommend using Botsy Adjustable Poles as an attachment method. Make sure to use markers with a durable tip to draw on such surfaces.

Botsy cannot draw on bricks or extreme stucco. If you are not sure, send us a picture of your wall texture.

We have two attachment systems.

The wall drawing machine comes with 6 Floaters (hangers) that you attach to a wall using 3M Command Strips. The Floaters hold the horizontal track that Botsy mounts to. The setup takes 5-10 minutes and the installation is damage-free to the wall. When the design is finished, simply pull off the 3M Command Strips.

The second patent-pending attachment system uses Adjustable Poles. The poles can extend up to 12 feet and the system leans against a wall.

You can use different types of drawing tools. Botsy's Pen Holder can hold a drawing utensil between 0.35" and 0.86" (9mm to 22mm) in diameter. Use markers, pens, pencils, Sharpies, whiteboard markers, chalk markers, industrial-grade Sharpies, glass pens, or washable markers. A wide variety of pens, pencils, and markers are compatible with Botsy. You can buy popular sets in your local retail stores, in specialized hobby stores, or online.

Choose your marking instrument depending on surface type: paper, painted drywall, plywood, concrete wall, etc. If you plan to draw on rough surfaces, make sure to choose a marker with a durable tip in order to keep its shape and not turn into a “mushroom”. Use markers with point tips, not with chisel tips.

Yes, you can. Botsy's software has a pause function. You can pause the drawing at any time.

You can draw with one color at a time. You can pause the robot during drawing and switch markers for multi-color effect. You can also create multiple layers in the vector file and switch markers between each drawing. For example, one layer will contain only red lines, etc.

No, Botsy cannot print and can not color in. We designed the wall drawing machine as a tool to help mural artists, woodworkers, and DIYers to outline their artworks and designs. This tool enhances people’s creativity - it does not replace people. The final results are hand-painted murals, hand-cut wood elements, hand-made stained glass, and hand made-signs. At the end, you add more value to your artwork because you made it yourself. Botsy helps to save time, finish projects faster, and do it accurately on a large scale.

Each Botsy is manufactured in Stuart, Florida. We make Botsys in batches and test each machine before shipping. Please allow three weeks for manufacturing plus shipping time. If you need faster delivery, please contact us.

No, you cannot. We do not offer money-back after your order ships. Each Botsy is tested before shipping, and each shipping order includes damage insurance. The wall drawing robot comes with six (6) month limited warranty. Read our limited warranty terms by clicking Warranty Information in the footer of this page.

Botsy technical and art project support team can be reached by email: support@botsy.com.