Graphics and Drawing in the .NET Compact Framework

The .NET Compact Framework provides core drawing features and graphic capabilities. This section describes techniques for graphical effects, workarounds for unsupported functionality, and how to improve performance.

In This Section

• Programming Graphics in the .NET Compact Framework
  Lists considerations for drawing and graphics in the .NET Compact Framework.

• How to: Copy Images
  Shows how to copy and save images.

• How to: Create a Zoom Effect
  Describes how to use two bitmaps to create a zoom effect.

• How to: Display a Box Around Text
  Shows how to draw a rectangle around a text string.

• How to: Display a Gradient Fill
  Shows how to display a gradient fill between two colors in a custom control and in the form's background.

• How to: Draw Images Off-Screen
  Shows how to construct an off-screen bitmap to improve performance when displaying images.

• How to: Draw Images with Transparency
  Shows how to use the limited transparency capabilities in the .NET Compact Framework.

• How to: Rotate Text
  Shows how to use the LogFont class in the Microsoft.WindowsCE.Forms namespace.

• How to: Set a Background Image on a Form
  Shows how to draw an image as the background for a form.

• How to: Use LockBits
  Describes how you can improve performance by using the LockBits method.

Related Sections

• Mobile Direct3D Programming in the .NET Compact Framework
  Introduces managed Direct3D programming for devices. Microsoft Windows Mobile version 5.0 software for Pocket PCs or Smartphones is required.