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Below is a table of definitions to words that are specific to Vvidget.

Definitions

Axis An axis is the part of a graph which shows coordinate values. For a two dimensional graph there are usually two axis. For additional information consult Linear Axis.

Coordinate A coordinate is the geometric entity which is shown by a graph and for which data graphics are bound to. A coordinate is usually thought of as x and y paired quantities varying bi-linearly in space (Cartesian Coordinate System).

Cubic Bezier Spline A Cubic Bezier Spline is a curve segment that is defined by four points. Two points define the ends of the curve section and are called "vertex points" and are shown as "Vertex Knobs" and the other two points define the end of (imaginary) tangent line segments which intersect the vertex points and define the slope of the curve at the end points of the curve. Those points are shown as "Knot Knobs". See Cubic Bezier for additional information.

Degenerate Graphics are often referred to by their degenerate form. For example, a graphic which is an ellipse with pie section cut out and gradient and other graphic attributes applied has a degenerate form of a circle once parameters are simplified and is simply referred to as a circle. Graphics are many times referred to by their degenerate form within its class, and corresponding name, even though that form is not present at the time as a matter of compactness.

Dimension A dimension is one component of a coordinate. For example, the {x,y} pairs of a coordinate have dimension x and dimension y. Compare with the definition of Unit below.

Graph A graph is a combination of graphics representing data and a single graphic which displays attributes of the coordinate system that the data is defined in. For additional information consult Introduction To Graphs.

Function A Function is a sequence of points whose x-values increase as the sequence progresses. For additional information consult Function.

Palette A Vvidget Builder document that has premade graphics and can be accessed quickly using the Palette menu in Vvidget Builder. See Palette.

Point Tag A point tag is an indicator for a point and is implemented as a marker and a label. See Point Tags for additional information.

Polygon A Polygon is a sequence of points which are connected (in sequence) by lines. For additional information consult Polygon.

Unit A unit is typically a particular scale and translation of the values of a dimension of a coordinate. For example: "The x-dimension of the coordinate of a graph is in units of feet". Feet is the unit, although it can also be yards, meters, or any unit of length. There can also be esoteric uses of units in this context, for example: If there is a mapping between inches and Celsius, as in inches of mercury in a thermometer then the x-dimension unit can also be Celsius even though the data is in inches. Units do not necessarily have to be defined by linear mapping coefficients, the mapping can be general, i.e.: non-linear such as the Richter scale (decibels).

Vvidget (Pronounced as "vijit") A Vvidget is anything really, as long as it implements its functionality in a predefined way. In the context of Vvidget Builder, a Vvidget is usually a graphical element. However, that is an unneeded, albeit convenient, restriction. The word Vvidget is a takeoff of the word Widget (with a W) which is a regular English word of a similar meaning.

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Definitions
Axis	An axis is the part of a graph which shows coordinate values. For a two dimensional graph there are usually two axis. For additional information consult Linear Axis.
Coordinate	A coordinate is the geometric entity which is shown by a graph and for which data graphics are bound to. A coordinate is usually thought of as x and y paired quantities varying bi-linearly in space (Cartesian Coordinate System).
Cubic Bezier Spline	A Cubic Bezier Spline is a curve segment that is defined by four points. Two points define the ends of the curve section and are called "vertex points" and are shown as "Vertex Knobs" and the other two points define the end of (imaginary) tangent line segments which intersect the vertex points and define the slope of the curve at the end points of the curve. Those points are shown as "Knot Knobs". See Cubic Bezier for additional information.
Degenerate	Graphics are often referred to by their degenerate form. For example, a graphic which is an ellipse with pie section cut out and gradient and other graphic attributes applied has a degenerate form of a circle once parameters are simplified and is simply referred to as a circle. Graphics are many times referred to by their degenerate form within its class, and corresponding name, even though that form is not present at the time as a matter of compactness.
Dimension	A dimension is one component of a coordinate. For example, the {x,y} pairs of a coordinate have dimension x and dimension y. Compare with the definition of Unit below.
Graph	A graph is a combination of graphics representing data and a single graphic which displays attributes of the coordinate system that the data is defined in. For additional information consult Introduction To Graphs.
Function	A Function is a sequence of points whose x-values increase as the sequence progresses. For additional information consult Function.
Palette	A Vvidget Builder document that has premade graphics and can be accessed quickly using the Palette menu in Vvidget Builder. See Palette.
Point Tag	A point tag is an indicator for a point and is implemented as a marker and a label. See Point Tags for additional information.
Polygon	A Polygon is a sequence of points which are connected (in sequence) by lines. For additional information consult Polygon.
Unit	A unit is typically a particular scale and translation of the values of a dimension of a coordinate. For example: "The x-dimension of the coordinate of a graph is in units of feet". Feet is the unit, although it can also be yards, meters, or any unit of length. There can also be esoteric uses of units in this context, for example: If there is a mapping between inches and Celsius, as in inches of mercury in a thermometer then the x-dimension unit can also be Celsius even though the data is in inches. Units do not necessarily have to be defined by linear mapping coefficients, the mapping can be general, i.e.: non-linear such as the Richter scale (decibels).
Vvidget	(Pronounced as "vijit") A Vvidget is anything really, as long as it implements its functionality in a predefined way. In the context of Vvidget Builder, a Vvidget is usually a graphical element. However, that is an unneeded, albeit convenient, restriction. The word Vvidget is a takeoff of the word Widget (with a W) which is a regular English word of a similar meaning.