Analysis of Using Browser-native Technology to Build Rich Internet Applications for Image Manipulation

TL;DR

This paper evaluates the feasibility of using browser-native technologies like Canvas, SVG, and VML for performing image manipulation tasks within mainstream web browsers, through a case study of a web-based photo scrapbook.

Contribution

It provides an analysis of the strengths and weaknesses of current web technologies for browser-based image editing, and explores integrating Ajax with Canvas, SVG, and VML for improved interactivity.

Findings

Browser-native technologies can perform basic image manipulations.

Challenges remain in achieving advanced image editing features.

Integration of Ajax enhances user interaction.

Abstract

In this work we investigate whether browser-native technologies can be used to perform photo manipulation tasks e.g cropping, resizing or rotating an image within the current mainstream browser. By the use of a case study we will analyze problems that have occurred during the implementation of a prototype web application that utilizes browser-native web technology in order to create an online version of a real world photo scrapbook. Implementation of a prototype will allows us to analyze the strengths and weaknesses of current web technology when it comes to browser-based image manipulation. Furthermore we explore the possibilities of the Ajax in combination Canvas, SVG and VML to provide a more interactive graphical user interface to perform image manipulation tasks on the web.