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PathOptimizer How it works

The operation of the program is very simple: first, a mask is generated with Photoshop and then PathOptimizer makes an optimal path automatically.

First make the selection

The following figure represents a selection that we want to convert to a path. The selection was made in just a few seconds with MaskWarrior because the object we are interested in is on a homogenous background.

First make the selection

Now enter the parameters

PathOptimizer only needs a Tolerance and Path Type. "Straight lines" resolves the problems of some PostScript interpreter imagesetters that "crash" with too many vertices, while Bezier Curves is ideal for eliminating backgrounds.

Now enter the parameters

Results

The following figure illustrates the path obtained: a true reproduction of the original selection with just 26 vertices. No other converter is capable of achieving such an accurate figure. Furthermore, the quality obtained with PathOptimizer is also better (see Comparisons with other programmes).

Results

Finally, it is worth mentioning that PathOptimizer has an optional statistics function that shows data that may be of interest, such as the number of vertices achieved or the memory used up by the path.

Statistics

PathOptimizer Comparisons with other applications

PathOptimizer generates more precise paths with fewer anchor points than other programs. read on Comparisons with other applications

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About Imagiam

Imagiam provides a scalable multiplatform solution for creating and printing lenticular images with 3D effect. Imagiam is a leading and recognized lenticular solution that is used by the major offset printer manufacturers –Heidelberg, KBA-MetroPrint, Presstek– and large format printer manufacturers –FujiFilm Europe, Océ, Gandinnovations, HP– in many of their Demo Centers around the world. Imagiam has satisfied customers in more than 45 countries. The solution is easy to use and is considered the fastest in the market.