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 using 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 increase performance before displaying.
- How to: Draw Images with Transparency
Shows how to use the limited transparency capabilities in the .NET Compact Framework.
- 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.
- How to: Rotate Text
Shows how to use the LogFont class in the Microsoft.WindowsCE.Forms namespace.
Related Sections
- Mobile Direct3D Programming
Introduces managed Direct3D programming for devices. Microsoft Windows Mobile version 5.0 software for Pocket PCs or Smartphones is required.