FigRay DocsEdit Scientific Figures in the SVG Editor
Select, move, align, draw, and edit vector elements in FigRay.
Open the Editor
The SVG editor opens projects that have already been vectorized and saved. Select Vectorize Image in the image workspace, then open the SVG editor after conversion finishes.
What Vectorization Produces
Automatic vectorization converts pixels into paths, shapes, and text that may be recognized. Complex textures, shadows, and icons can remain groups of many paths. Each biological object is not guaranteed to become one component.
Common Operations
| Operation | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Selection and transform | Select, move, resize, or rotate elements |
| Layers | Change stacking order, visibility, and selection scope |
| Alignment | Align multiple objects by edges, centers, or spacing |
| Text recognition | Convert recognizable labels into easier-to-edit text objects |
| Text, shapes, and lines | Add titles, labels, borders, arrows, or simple geometry |
| Undo and redo | Reverse or restore recent edits |
| Save | Store the current SVG revision in the project |
Recommended Editing Workflow
- Save the original vectorized result as a return point.
- Check for objects outside the canvas that could be clipped on export.
- Organize layers and the main layout before editing text and details.
- Use alignment tools for consistent panels, labels, and icon spacing.
- Zoom in to inspect small text, thin lines, arrowheads, and object edges.
- Save, then export both an SVG source and the required delivery format.
Text Recognition Notes
Text recognition improves label editability, but results still depend on the font, size, rotation, and background contrast. Verify spelling, subscripts, Greek characters, special symbols, and line breaks after recognition.
Pre-Export Checklist
- all objects are inside the canvas;
- labels are not covered by paths or icons;
- text remains readable at the final placement size;
- arrows and scientific relationships are correct;
- important elements are not hidden by layer order;
- the latest revision has been saved.
For editability differences between formats, see Export Formats and Resolution.