LazPaint 7.3 has been released — an update to the popular open-source image editor supporting both vector and raster layers. The new version focuses on improving user experience and compatibility.
G. Ostrov
Developers have introduced LazPaint 7.3 — a new version of the cross-platform graphics editor with open source code. The software combines capabilities for working with raster and vector images in a unified interface.
Technical Project Specifications
LazPaint is built on the Lazarus development environment using the Free Pascal language. Source code is available on GitHub under the GNU GPL v3.0 license. Active development has been ongoing for over a decade, with the previous stable release dating back to August 2022.
Cross-Platform Compatibility
The current version LazPaint 7.3 supports a wide range of operating systems: UNIX-like systems, Windows, various Linux distributions (including builds for Qt5 and ARM architecture), and macOS. Such universality makes the editor accessible to users across different platforms.
OpenRaster Format and Multi-Layer Support
LazPaint's key feature is comprehensive OpenRaster format support, which allows saving projects with vector SVG elements and raster layers. This provides flexibility when creating complex compositions and compatibility with other graphics editors.
User Interface Improvements
Version 7.3 pays special attention to usability for beginner artists and designers. A notification system for selected color transparency has been introduced — users now receive warnings when attempting to draw with completely transparent colors. This eliminates a common problem where beginners don't understand why their actions produce no visible results.
Updated Tools
The Hand Tool has received significant improvements. Now clicking on a geometric shape automatically activates its editing mode, speeding up workflow and making interaction more intuitive.
Mathematical Shapes
The range of available geometric forms has been expanded: hypocycloids and superformulas have been added. These mathematically precise shapes are particularly useful for creating technical illustrations, scientific diagrams, and educational mathematics materials.
Development Prospects
LazPaint continues evolving as an alternative to commercial graphics editors. The open development model allows the community to contribute to functionality improvements and bug fixes.
Download LazPaint 7.3 from the official project page on GitHub.
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