Download the desktop build.

Same open-source editor, plus the AI image pipeline (upscale, background removal, vectorize, restore), batch processing, and a local library with full undo history. Runs entirely on your machine.

↓ Get the latest release Source tarball · MIT licensed · always the newest tag

Set up

  1. Download and extract the source tarball from the release page above.

    Or clone directly: git clone https://github.com/asuramaya/hector-vector.git

  2. Run the installer from the extracted folder:

    ./install.sh --desktop --app

    Sets up a project-local .venv, installs the runtime deps, adds an app-launcher shortcut, and opens the app window when done. Drop --desktop --app for a bare install (then run ./run.sh any time).

  3. Optional: install the AI pipeline deps (upscaling, background removal, vectorize) the first time you need them.

    ./install.sh --ai — or let the app prompt you on first use.

Requirements

Python
3.10 or newer
Platform
Linux, macOS, Windows (WSL)

Not sure yet?

The full vector toolset already runs free in your browser, no install — open the editor. See exactly what the download adds on the comparison table.