Graphics and Drawing in the .NET Compact Framework

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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.