Graphics Programs Reference
In-Depth Information
Vector Versus Bitmap
Photoshop Elements can use both vector and bitmap images. When you
add clip art to your photo, these are vector images. Vector images are cre-
ated through a mathematical algorithm that creates shapes through end
points, lines, and curves. Photos are bitmap images, and they are created
through pixels. When you draw or paint, you create shapes that are bitmap
based. A special layer, the Shape layer, is created for any vector shape im-
ages.
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Return to the Layers panel by clicking Layers in the taskbar.
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The Shape layer is created above the selected layer and the shape is accessible in
the Viewer.
