Mirror snapping during vector drawing
US10216389B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 2, 2016 |
| Grant date | Feb 26, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 30, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06T2200/24
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Embodiments of the present invention are directed at providing a mirror snapping system for selecting candidate snap points as endpoints for path segments with symmetry in a created image. In one embodiment, generating candidate snap locations from a newly created path segment can be accomplished by automatically constructing an axis of symmetry for the newly created path segment and reflecting created path segment endpoints in the design across the axis of symmetry. In a further embodiment, upon selection of a candidate snap location as the anchored endpoint for an unanchored endpoint of a path segment, line parameters associated with the candidate snap location can be implemented in the path segment. Such parameters can include weight, color, and curvature of the path segment. Other embodiments may be described and/or claimed.
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