a dot of colour that, when combined with others, creates a bitmap or raster image

Comparing bitmap and vector graphics

Computing

Using vector tools to draw and modify shapes

Working with multiple objects

Vector paths

Developing a vector product

Vector markup

In this unit pupils will design graphics using vector graphic editing software. They will apply their skills by creating an illustration, a logo, and icons. Pupils will recognise that objects and be grouped and combined to create new elements and that vector drawings are made up of paths.

Developing vector graphics

Which type of image is best for a company logo that needs to be shown in different sizes?

Which type of image is best for a detailed photograph?

Vector images are best for simple designs that need resizing, like logos.

Bitmap images are ideal for detailed pictures, such as photographs.

Vector images are always better than bitmap images for every use.

Bitmap images can lose quality if resized too much.

Which statement about vector and bitmap images is incorrect?

The numbers or tags that set its position

What can you change in SVG markup to move a shape?

Put these actions in order when editing an SVG image:

Code that holds details of vector graphics

Ability to change size without losing quality

What kind of details can be found in SVG markup for each shape?

Starter Quiz