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Thursday, April 17, 2024

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PDF vs Word​

PDF: Fixed layout, non-editable. Word: Editable, variable layout.

PDF vs JPEG image​

Indeed, PDF is primarily optimized for text-based content with vector graphics, while images, particularly in formats like JPEG, excel at representing complex visual content like photographs or intricate illustrations. If the content is highly visual or complex, using an image format like JPEG may be more appropriate, even if it results in a larger file size.

Which is more efficient to store text? PDF or JPEG?​

In terms of file size efficiency, PDF is generally smaller as it stores text as vector data or text macros, whereas JPEG stores text as pixels. So, for the same text on the same layout, a PDF would typically be smaller in file size compared to a JPEG image.

Layout view​

In a layout view, from large to small:

  • Window: A graphical area on a screen that displays content or user interface elements. It can contain one or more panes, panels, or tabs, depending on the application's design.

  • Pane: A division within a window that separates and displays different sections of content. Panes can be resizable and can contain various elements such as panels, tabs, or other UI components.

  • Panel: A specific area within a pane that typically contains controls, information, or tools related to a particular aspect of the application or document being viewed.

  • Tab: A navigational element often used to switch between multiple documents, views, or sections within a single window. Each tab typically represents a separate content area or document within the same window.

Other terms related to layout views might include:

  • Frame: A designated area within a window or pane where content can be displayed or arranged.
  • Viewport: The visible area of a document or interface within a window or pane, especially when the content is larger than the available display space.
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   |         |--[Tab]
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