These guides explain the conventions and workflows shared across the API. Use the API reference when you need a specific signature or parameter.

• Coordinates and Colors — pixel geometry, numeric overloads, angles, alpha, and anti-aliasing.
• Shapes and Paths — choose a primitive, construct paths, and control fills and strokes.
• Transforms and State — user space, transform composition, clipping, and save/restore.
• Text — font resolution, alignment, measurement, prepared layouts, and cache lifetime.
• Choosing a Backend — compare raster, SVG, and PDF output and the capabilities specific to each target.