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Common Vector Formats

Explore common vector graphics formats such as SVG, PDF, EPS, EMF, and XPS, understanding their characteristics and uses in creating scalable graphics with Python and Pycairo.

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Commonly used vector graphics

Here are some of the most commonly used vector graphics formats:

SVG : SVG is an open standard for vector graphics. It was developed by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C), mainly for use as a web format for vector graphics. It is an XML(Extensible Markup Language)-based format that can directly become embedded in HTML. SVG images and their behaviours are explained in XML text files.

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Portable Document Format (PDF): PDF was developed by ...

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