1. 1.01 Investigate graphic types and file formats.
Vector Graphics
1.01 Investigate graphic types and file formats.

2. Vector Graphics
Vector graphics are created from mathematical formulas used to define lines, curves, and nodes (drawing points)
Edited in draw programs

3. Examples

4. Uses of Vector Graphics
Architectural drawings and CAD programs
Flow charts
Logos that will be scaled (resized)
Cartoons and clip art
Internet websites
Fonts and specialized text effects

5. Advantages of Vectors
Resolution independent – regardless of how much the image is enlarged or reduced, the image definition and quality remain the same
Small file sizes that are easily transferred over the Internet

6. Disadvantages of Vectors
Lower color quality than raster images
Not good for photographic images

7. Vector Graphics Software
AI – Adobe Illustrator
Industry standard used by developers of vector graphic s
Used to create, save, and archive original artwork
EPS – Encapsulated Postscript
Meta format – Can be used on raster or vector graphics
Graphics developers generally save a copy of the AI file in EPS format
Preferred format for vendors/clients who use the graphics in publications

8. Examples View the webpage for examples of logos.
The Airbus picture provides an example of three graphic formats applied to vectors, images, and text.
Logo examples appear on the left-hand side of the page.

9. More Vector Formats and Software
SVG – Scalable Vector Graphics
Standard format created by W3C
Versatile, all-purpose vector format
PLT – Hewlett Packard Graphics Language Plot File
CDR – Corel Draw
DXF – AutoCAD
WMF – Windows Metafile