diff --git a/sources/tech/20200506 After More Than 3 Years, Inkscape 1.0 is Finally Here With Tons of Feature Improvements.md b/sources/tech/20200506 After More Than 3 Years, Inkscape 1.0 is Finally Here With Tons of Feature Improvements.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..b036d7a56a --- /dev/null +++ b/sources/tech/20200506 After More Than 3 Years, Inkscape 1.0 is Finally Here With Tons of Feature Improvements.md @@ -0,0 +1,115 @@ +[#]: collector: (lujun9972) +[#]: translator: ( ) +[#]: reviewer: ( ) +[#]: publisher: ( ) +[#]: url: ( ) +[#]: subject: (After More Than 3 Years, Inkscape 1.0 is Finally Here With Tons of Feature Improvements) +[#]: via: (https://itsfoss.com/inkscape-1-release/) +[#]: author: (Ankush Das https://itsfoss.com/author/ankush/) + +After More Than 3 Years, Inkscape 1.0 is Finally Here With Tons of Feature Improvements +====== + +Even though I’m not an expert, it is safe to say that Inkscape is one of the [best vector graphics editors][1]. + +Not just limited to the reason that it is free and open-source software – but it is indeed a useful application for digital artists creating something on it. + +The last release (version 0.92) was about 3 years ago. And, now, finally, [Inkscape announced its 1.0 release][2] – with a bunch of new features, additions, and improvements. + +### Inkscape 1.0: What’s New? + +![Inkscape 1.0][3] + +Here, let me highlight the important key changes that you need to know about Inkscape 1.0 release: + +#### First native macOS application + +It’s always good to have a proper cross-platform support for amazing tools like Inkscape. And, with the latest release, a native macOS application has been made available as well. + +Do note that the macOS app is still a **preview** version and has room for a lot of improvements. However, with a better system integration without needing [XQuartz][4], it should be a promising progress for macOS users. + +#### Performance Improvements + +Any kind of application/tool benefits from a significant performance boost. And, so does Inkscape. + +With its 1.0 release, they mention that you will be able to notice the smoother performance when using Inkscape for all the creative work you do. + +Except on macOS (which is still a “preview” version), Inkscape should run just fine on Linux and Windows. + +#### Improved UI and HiDPI Support + +![][5] + +In their release notes, they’ve mentioned: + +> A major milestone was achieved in enabling Inkscape to use a more recent version of the software used to build the editor’s user interface (namely GTK+3). Users with HiDPI (high resolution) screens can thank teamwork that took place during the 2018 Boston Hackfest for setting the updated-GTK wheels in motion. + +So, starting from GTK +3 user interface to the HiDPI support for high-resolution screens, it is a wonderful upgrade. + +Not to forget, you get more customization options to tweak the look and feel as well. + +#### New Feature Additions + +![][6] + +On paper, the list of new features sounds good. Depending on your expertise and what you prefer, the latest additions should come in handy. + +Here’s an overview of the new features: + + * New and improved Live Path Effect (LPE) features + * A new searchable LPE selection dialog + * Freestyle drawing users can now mirror and rotate the canvas + * The new PowerPencil mode of the Pencil tool provides pressure-dependent width and it is finally possible to create closed paths. + * New path effects that will appeal to the artistic user include Offset, PowerClip, and PowerMask LPEs. + * Ability to create a duplicate guide, aligning grids to the page, the Measure tool’s path length indicator, and the inverted Y-axis. + * Ability to export PDFs with clickable links and metadata + * New palettes and mesh gradients that work in the web browser + + + +While I’ve tried to compile the list of the key features added to this release, you can get all the nitty gritty details in their [release notes][7]. + +#### Other Important Changes + +Along with all the major changes, Inkscape 1.0 now supports Python 3. And, with that going forward, you might notice some extensions that don’t work with the latest version. + +So, if your work depends on the workflow of your extensions, I suggest you to take a closer look at their [release notes][7] to get all the technical details. + +### Download & Install Inkscape 1.0 on Linux + +Inkscape 1.0 is available in AppImage and Snap format for Linux. You can download it from Inkscape’s website. + +[Download Inkscape 1.0 for Linux][8] + +If you aren’t aware, you can check [how to use AppImage file on Linux][9] to get started. You may also refer to [this Snap guide][10]. + +Ubuntu users can find the snap version of Inskcape 1.0 in the Ubuntu Software Center. + +I used the AppImage file on [Pop OS 20.04][11] and it worked just fine to get started. You can test drive all the features in detail to see how it works out for you. + +Have you tried it yet? Let me know your thoughts in the comments below. + +-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- + +via: https://itsfoss.com/inkscape-1-release/ + +作者：[Ankush Das][a] +选题：[lujun9972][b] +译者：[译者ID](https://github.com/译者ID) +校对：[校对者ID](https://github.com/校对者ID) + +本文由 [LCTT](https://github.com/LCTT/TranslateProject) 原创编译，[Linux中国](https://linux.cn/) 荣誉推出 + +[a]: https://itsfoss.com/author/ankush/ +[b]: https://github.com/lujun9972 +[1]: https://itsfoss.com/vector-graphics-editors-linux/ +[2]: https://inkscape.org/news/2020/05/04/introducing-inkscape-10/ +[3]: https://i2.wp.com/itsfoss.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/inkscape-1-0.jpg?ssl=1 +[4]: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/XQuartz +[5]: https://i0.wp.com/itsfoss.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/inkscape-ui-customization.jpg?ssl=1 +[6]: https://i2.wp.com/itsfoss.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/inkscape-live-path-effects.jpg?ssl=1 +[7]: https://wiki.inkscape.org/wiki/index.php/Release_notes/1.0 +[8]: https://inkscape.org/release/1.0/gnulinux/ +[9]: https://itsfoss.com/use-appimage-linux/ +[10]: https://itsfoss.com/install-snap-linux/ +[11]: https://itsfoss.com/pop-os-20-04-review/