Jaggies
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Definition:
Aliasing is the jagged edges on curves and diagonal lines in a bitmap image. These jagged edges are commonly called jaggies. Enlarging a bitmap image accentuates the effect of aliasing or jaggies.
Inset shows original bitmap image. Enlarged image shows aliasing or jaggies along curved lines.
Also Known As:
Aliasing
Related Resources:
Anti-Aliasing
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