User Guide

Chapter 2: Documents and Setup
Rendering images
When you are saving objects and select a file format that supports images only, Canvas renders the
document or selected objects. Rendering creates an image that can be saved in the selected format.
The Render Image dialog box has options for rendering (see "Rendering objects and images" on page
430 for more information).
Importing and exporting images
In Canvas there are several ways to import raster images into your document. You can open an image
file directly, place an image in your document, or import the image. When you use the Import
command, the Import dialog box filters the files you see, so that you can easily find your image files.
Importing images
Importing an image places it in the current document as a paint object. In most cases, Canvas stacks
imported images at the center of the current view. You can also choose to import a low-resolution
proxy of an image. The proxy image is linked to the original image file. The Acquire as Proxy option is
only available when you import TIFF, JPEG, and CVI files.
To import an image:
1. Choose Image | Import.
2. In the Select images to import dialog box, select the image you want to import.
3. Click the Import button.
To import an image proxy:
1. Choose Image | Import.
2. In the Select images to import dialog box, select a TIFF, JPEG, or CVI image.
3. Select the Acquire as Proxy check box.
4. Click the Import button.
The proxy image is linked to the image file.
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