Embedded Paths
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Definition:
Paths are hard-edged outline objects within an image that isolate portions of an image. Graphics exported for use in other applications can contain embedded paths which are often used as clipping paths to remove backgrounds or create non-rectangular shapes in page layout applications.
Also Known As:
vector masks | clipping paths | paths
Related Resources:
Embedded Paths vs. Alpha Channels
Tutorial defines embedded paths and alpha channels and illustrates how to create and use each one in a variety of desktop publishing software applications.
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