Pixel-oriented graphics use individual pixels that can be edited to create an image, but have limited scalability and require more memory. Vector graphics use mathematically defined elements that are scalable and require less memory. Pixel graphics are used for games and images needing a fixed size, while vector graphics are better for logos and templates that must work at various sizes.

1. What is the difference between pixel-oriented and vector-
based graphics?
Pixel-oriented graphics create an image with individual
blocks of color called pixels. When combined, a group of
pixels can make up an image. Each pixel can be edited
individually.
Pixel-based graphics offer limited scalability and usually
require large amounts of memory for storage. Pixel
graphics are used in computer games, video games, mobile
phone graphics, and composite graphic imagery for printed
materials.
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2. Vector-based graphics are made up of mathematically
defined elements that are easily scalable. Vector-based files
require less computer memory compared with pixel-based
files.
Vector graphics are used for items that need to be used in a
variety of sizes, such as a logo or package template.
Fundamentals of Design
Unit 1: Format
Module 1: Format Types
Pixel Versus Vector

3. Graphic Type Benefits Examples of Use
Pixel Each pixel can be edited
individually. Pixel-based
graphics offer limited scalability
and usually require large
amounts of memory for storage.
Computer games, video games,
mobile phone graphics,
composite graphic imagery for
printed materials
Vector Vector-based files require less
computer memory compared
with pixel-based files. Vector
graphics are used for items that
need to be used in a variety of
sizes.
Logo, package template
Fundamentals of Design
Unit 1: Format
Module 1: Format Types
Pixel Versus Vector

4. Fundamentals of Design
Unit 1: Format
Module 1: Format Types
Pixel Versus Vector

5. Fundamentals of Design
Unit 1: Format
Module 1: Format Types
Pixel Versus Vector