Interactively Optimizing Layout Transfer for Vector Graphics

TL;DR

This paper introduces VLT, a tool that simplifies the process of transferring and optimizing layouts in vector graphics, making design modifications more efficient through semantic controls and automated algorithms.

Contribution

The paper presents VLT, a novel interactive system that enables flexible and automatic transfer of layouts between vector graphic designs with semantic editing features.

Findings

VLT effectively automates layout transfer tasks.

Designers can semantically edit transferred layouts.

VLT reduces manual effort in layout modifications.

Abstract

One of the most common ways to represent and share visual designs is with vector graphics. Designers working with vector graphics often explore layout alternatives and generate them by moving and resizing elements. The motivation for this can range from establishing a different visual flow, adapting a design to a different aspect ratio, standardizing spacing, or redirecting the design's visual emphasis. Existing designs can serve as a source of inspiration for layout modification across these goals. However, generating these layout alternatives still requires significant manual effort in rearranging large groups of elements. We present VLT, short for Vector Layout Transfer, a novel graphic design tool that enables flexible transfer of layouts between designs. It provides designers with multiple levels of semantic layout editing controls, powered by automatic graphics correspondence and layout optimization algorithms.