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Paper.js vs Raphaël

A side-by-side look at Paper.js and Raphaël. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Paper.js

Paper.js

Development

Paper.js is an open-source vector graphics scripting framework that runs on top of the HTML5 Canvas. It offers a clean scene graph, mouse and keyboard handling, mathematical utilities, and more for crafting 2D interactive and animated graphics within the browser.

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Raphaël

Raphaël

Development

Raphaël is a small JavaScript library that provides cross-browser vector graphics scripting. It allows developers to easily create vector graphics and animations without needing to directly use SVG or VML code. It supports older browsers like Internet Explorer 6.

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