You can save a screenshot of the current window (without the frame) as a graphic file with the extension *.jpg, *.bmp, *.gif, *.tiff, *.png, *.emf or *.wmf.
You also have the option of exporting a reproducible raster graphic of the network window or the set print area, for example for differently set graphic parameters or if you want to create graphics with high resolution and exactly the same image section.
Exporting a screenshot of the current screen section
You can create a simple screenshot as follows.
1. On the toolbar of the Network editor window, click the 
Screenshot symbol.
The Save screenshot window opens.
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Tip: Alternatively, from the File menu, choose Export graphics (<name of selected view>) > Screenshot. |
2. Enter the file name and the path, if required.
3. From the File type drop-down list, choose the desired type of file.
4. Click the Save button.
The Save screenshot window opens.
5. From the file type drop-down list, select the desired type of file.
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Notes: The default dpi value is the specified resolution or a multiple of the user's screen. If you save a *.jpg file, you can also specify the desired quality of the exported graphics. Visum memorizes the graphic parameters and layout settings for the duration of the session. |
6. Confirm with OK.
The current screen display is saved as graphics file.
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Tip: You can also export the following views as a screenshot:
You can open the graphics file for further editing in an external graphics program or open it in Visum as a background (Inserting background images of map services provided on the Internet). |
Exporting a raster graphic
To create a raster graphic with a specified output size, proceed as follows.
1. On the toolbar of the Network editor window, click the small triangle next to the Screenshot symbol.
2. Select Export raster graphic.
The Save screenshot window opens.
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Tip: Alternatively, from the File menu, choose Export graphics (<name of selected view>) > Export raster graphic. |
3. From the File type drop-down list, choose the desired type of file.
4. Click the Save button.
The Export raster graphic window opens.
5. Make the desired changes:
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Element |
Description |
| Display area |
Select whether you want to save the current pane of the network window or the print area as a graphic. |
| Output size |
Image width (pixel) Specification of the desired image width in pixels The image height results from the width and the aspect ratio of the area. Resolution (dpi) The resolution determines the size at which network objects are displayed in the saved graphic. |
6. Confirm with OK.
The raster graphic is saved according to your chosen settings.
