Converting a bitmap to a pic

The convert bitmap to pic dialog will allow you to take a bitmap (or jpg, etc...) from a file or the clipboard, and convert into vector commands to be added to your pic resource.

The conversion process

  1. Choose Import bitmap to pic from the Pic menu. This will open a dialog. If an image is on the clipboard, it will appear on the left. Otherwise, open an image using the Browse button.
  2. Adjust the picture using the Brightness, Contrast and Saturation controls.
  3. Click the Convert button. A progress bar will animate as the conversion takes place, and the resulting image will appear on the right.
  4. Check the image size - is it small enough to be a SCI0 pic resource?
  5. The options on the right control the conversion process - which colours are allowed, and how many to use. Selecting different options can have a big effect on picture size.
  6. Once you are satisfied with the result, click Accept. The vector commands that make up the image will be added to your pic

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