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A '''vector graphics editor''' is a [[computer program]] that allows users to compose and edit [[vector graphics]] [[image]]s interactively on a computer and save them in one of many popular vector graphics formats, such as [[Encapsulated PostScript|EPS]], [[Portable Document Format|PDF]], [[Windows Metafile|WMF]], [[Scalable Vector Graphics|SVG]], or [[Vector Markup Language|VML]].

A '''vector graphic editor''' is a [[computer program]] that enables its users to create, compose and edit images with the use of mathematical and geometrical commands rather than individual pixels. This software is used in creating high-definition [[Vector graphics|vector graphic]] [[image]]s that can be scaled indefinitely without losing their quality. The output is saved in vector graphic formats, such as [[Encapsulated PostScript|EPS]], [[OpenDocument|ODG]], or [[Scalable Vector Graphics|SVG]].

==Vector editors versus bitmap editors==

Vector editors are often contrasted with [[bitmap graphics editor|bitmap editors]], and their capabilities complement each other. Vector editors are often better for [[page layout]], [[typography]], [[logo]]s, sharp-edged artistic [[illustration]]s (e.g. [[cartoons]], [[clip art]], complex geometric patterns), [[technical illustration]]s, [[diagram]]ming and [[flow chart|flowcharting]]. Bitmap editors are more suitable for retouching, photo processing, [[photorealistic]] illustrations, [[collage]], and illustrations drawn by hand with a [[pen tablet]].<ref>{{Cite web |date= |title=What is Vector Graphic Software? |url=https://uk.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/what-is-vector-graphic-software |website=Indeed}}</ref> Recent versions of bitmap editors such as [[GIMP]] and [[Photoshop|Adobe Photoshop]] support vector tools (e.g. editable paths), and vector editors suchhave asadopted [[Adoberaster Fireworks]],effects [[Adobethat FreeHand]],were [[Adobeonce Illustrator]],limited [[Affinityto Designer]],bitmap [[Animatron]],editors Artboard,(e.g. Autodeskblurring).<ref>{{Cite Graphicweb (formerly|title=2.7. iDraw),Basic [[CorelDRAW]],Vector [[SketchSupport (application)|Sketch]]url=https://docs.gimp.org/2.2/en/ch01s02s07.html#:~:text=Using%20the%20GFig%20plug-in,irregular%20polygons%20in%20the%20GIMP%20. [[Inkscape]],|access-date=2023-12-28 [[SK1 (program)|sK1]]website=docs.gimp.org}}</ref><ref>{{Cite orweb [[Xara|last=Betts Photo|first=Andy &|date=2018-03-05 Graphic|title=Creating Designer]]and haveWorking adoptedWith rasterVector effectsGraphics thatin wereAdobe oncePhotoshop limited|url=https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/photoshop-vector-graphics/ to|access-date=2023-12-28 bitmap|website=MUO editors (e.g. blurring).|language=en}}</ref>

==Specialized features==

Some vector editors support [[animation]], while others (e.g. [[Adobe Flash]], [[Animatron]] or [[Synfig Studio]]) are specifically geared towards producing [[animated graphics]]. Generally, vector graphics are more suitable for animation, though there are raster-based animation tools as well.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Online Vector Animation Software - Animate Your Vector Graphics |url=https://www.svgator.com/vector-animation-software |access-date=2023-12-28 |website=SVGator |language=en}}</ref>

Finally, [[3D computer graphics]] software such as [[Maya (software)|Maya]], [[Blender (software)|Blender]] or [[3D Studio Max|Autodesk 3ds Max]] can also be thought of as an extension of the traditional 2D vector editors, as they share some common concepts and tools.

Vector editors are closely related to [[desktop publishing]] software such as [[Adobe InDesign]] or [[Scribus]], which also usually include some vector drawing tools (usually less powerful than those in standalone vector editors). Modern vector editors are capable of, and often preferable for, designing unique documents (like flyers or brochures) of up to a few pages; it's only for longer or more standardized documents that the page layout programs are more suitable.

Special vector editors are used for [[computer-assisted drafting]]. These are not suitable for artistic or decorative graphics, but are rich in tools and object libraries used to ensure precision and standards compliance of drawings and blueprints.

Finally, [[3D computer graphics]] software such as [[Maya (software)|Maya]], [[Blender (software)|Blender]] or [[3D Studio Max]] can also be thought of as an extension of the traditional 2D vector editors, as they share some common concepts and tools.

==See also==

* [[Vector graphics]]

*[[Comparison of vector graphics editors]]

*[[Raster graphics editor]]

*[[EditingImage digital imagesediting]]

*[[Graphics]]

*[[MetaPost]]

== References ==

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== External links ==

*[http://www.photoshopsupport.com/shoptalk/vectors-and-bitmaps.html Bitmap and Vector Graphics Explained]

*[https://freesvgeditor.com/en/svg-editor-online Free SVG Editor Online]

*[https://www.svgimages.com/svg-image-editor.html Edit SVG Images Online]

*[https://www.reboart.net/2021/12/aplikasi-vektor-design-pc.html App Vector Graphics]

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