Chapter 4. Paths
In This Chapter
About Paths
Conclusion
We've just created images using basic shape elements in SVG, but there are times when the basic shapes aren't enough. The <path> element allows for more complex shapes.
In fact, the <path> element is the most versatile of all the shape elements. It takes a series of xy coordinates and plots them, using the viewport. In a way, this resembles the <polyline> or <polygon> elements, but unlike <polygon> and <polyline>, the <path> element can create curved segments, as well as straight line segments, greatly increasing your drawing power.
Of course, it is much easier to use a drawing package that will export an image to SVG or to an SVG editor, such as Jasc WebDraw. These packages draw shapes similar ...
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