how to divide Path by line in .net android?

To split a Path into two parts using a line (like the green/orange one in your image), you’ll need to perform custom geometry operations, because .NET’s Android drawing APIs (Canvas/Path in Xamarin or MAUI) don't natively support boolean path operations like intersection or splitting.

Here's a general approach:

Step 1: Flatten the Path

Use Path.Approximate() or break down the complex path into individual line segments. You’ll need all points explicitly to detect intersections.

Step 2: Define the Divider Line

Create a line (e.g., your green/orange line) that extends beyond the shape's bounds. Represent it as a line segment or parametric form.

Step 3: Detect Intersections

Loop through each edge of the path and check for intersection points with your line. You can use a standard line segment intersection algorithm.

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// Example: Line-line intersection
bool Intersect(PointF a1, PointF a2, PointF b1, PointF b2, out PointF intersection)
{
    intersection = default;
    float d = (a1.X - a2.X) * (b1.Y - b2.Y) - (a1.Y - a2.Y) * (b1.X - b2.X);
    if (d == 0) return false;

    float xi = ((b1.X - b2.X) * (a1.X * a2.Y - a1.Y * a2.X) - (a1.X - a2.X) * (b1.X * b2.Y - b1.Y * b2.X)) / d;
    float yi = ((b1.Y - b2.Y) * (a1.X * a2.Y - a1.Y * a2.X) - (a1.Y - a2.Y) * (b1.X * b2.Y - b1.Y * b2.X)) / d;
    intersection = new PointF(xi, yi);
    return true;
}

Step 4: Split Path

Once you have intersection points, create two new paths:

One from start to intersection points

One from intersection points to the end

You may need to carefully trace and rebuild both parts in order. Use a list of points and form two separate Path objects.

Step 5: Draw the Two Paths

Use canvas.DrawPath(path1, paint) and canvas.DrawPath(path2, paint) to render them separately.

Alternative:

If you're doing complex boolean path operations (like union, difference, intersect, split), consider using a geometry library like Clipper:

ClipperLib for C#

• You can port it or call it from native code for path splitting.To split a Path into two parts using a line (like the green/orange one in your image), you’ll need to perform custom geometry operations, because .NET’s Android drawing APIs (Canvas/Path in Xamarin or MAUI) don't natively support boolean path operations like intersection or splitting. Here's a general approach: Step 1: Flatten the Path Use Path.Approximate() or break down the complex path into individual line segments. You’ll need all points explicitly to detect intersections. Step 2: Define the Divider Line Create a line (e.g., your green/orange line) that extends beyond the shape's bounds. Represent it as a line segment or parametric form. Step 3: Detect Intersections Loop through each edge of the path and check for intersection points with your line. You can use a standard line segment intersection algorithm.

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    // Example: Line-line intersection
  

  Step 4: Split Path Once you have intersection points, create two new paths:
  • One from start to intersection points
  • One from intersection points to the end
  You may need to carefully trace and rebuild both parts in order. Use a list of points and form two separate Path objects. Step 5: Draw the Two Paths Use canvas.DrawPath(path1, paint) and canvas.DrawPath(path2, paint) to render them separately. Alternative: If you're doing complex boolean path operations (like union, difference, intersect, split), consider using a geometry library like Clipper:
  • ClipperLib for C#
  • You can port it or call it from native code for path splitting.