How to produce better quality php graphs?

[antonb]

Already have a php class that draws the graph type I need (a type of radial area plot), but need suggestions/advice on ways to draw the same graph, except without the jaggies, i.e. more professional quality. The class uses GD library. This may be a stupid question, but here goes: Is it possible to get the php class modified to use, eg., vector graphics instead (eg, Flash, MING)? Or are there other ways to use PHP that will produce higher quality image generation than this? Any comments/suggestions on how to procede greatly appreciated.

http://www.paultrapnell.com/ipq/testplot.php

 

[sleipnir214]

As far as Flash goes, have you looked at the two families of functions available?

http://www.php.net/manual/en/ref.ming.php

http://www.php.net/manual/en/ref.swf.php

In terms of producing better graphics, you might try playing with antialiasing.

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[antonb]

Many thanks--you've protected me from posting an even dumber question. I thought I'd have to use vector graphics (whatever that is) to obtain super smooth curved shapes. Anti-aliasing. What a doornob (me, not you). Thanks for your help.