Graphics Reference
In-Depth Information
Figure 5.14
The Bitmap
Properties window.
Figure 5.15
Original and
compressed file sizes of the
modified image.
4. Again, with
“
Custom
”
selected, change the number in the input
button to see the original file size, the
compressed file size, and a preview of your image with the cur-
rent setting (Fig. 5.15).
5. Once you
box and press the
“
Test
”
'
re happy with the compressed size, press OK and your
image is ready to go.
Vectors and Fonts
There are times when a simple image can be re-created as a vector
graphic instead of using a raster (bitmap) graphic. Due to processor
usage, the simplicity of the image itself should play a key role in
your decision to use vector or raster. Keep an eye out for images
that can be redrawn with a small number of lines, as well as flat
colors instead of gradients. If you find that you have come across
one of these images in your work, take the time to redraw it as a
vector graphic, and you
'
ll generally save some file size because the
