Graphics Flashcards
1
Q
What are bitmapped graphics saved as?
A
Pixels in the picture
2
Q
What are the advantages of vectors
A
Adv
Image much more dynamic than bitmap
Not restricted by size or shape
Can easily be shrunk or enlarged.
3
Q
What are the disadvantages of vectors
A
Cannot be used to store extremely complex images
Appearance of vector images can vary depending on the application interpreting the image
4
Q
What are the advantages of bitmapped graphics
A
Bitmap files may translate well to dot format output devices such as printers
Pixels can be modified
5
Q
What are the disadvantages of bitmapped graphics
A
When zoomed in bitmapped graphics aren’t that clear compared to vector graphics
They do not scale very well.
6
Q
What do vector graphics save?
A
Shapes, lines etc.
Usually used for clipart graphics
