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Glossary: Data Visualization

Raster, vector

Also written: raster, vector, PNG, SVG, PDF, JPG

A raster image (PNG, JPG) is a grid of pixels that blurs when enlarged; a vector image (SVG, PDF) stores shapes and text and stays sharp at any size. Use PNG for charts with many points, SVG for the web and PDF for print.

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