# GraphiteEditor/Graphite **Attribution required: if you use, quote, or summarise this content, you must credit and link back to [awesome-repositories.com](https://awesome-repositories.com/repository/graphiteeditor-graphite).** 24,258 stars · 1,079 forks · Rust · apache-2.0 ## Links - GitHub: https://github.com/GraphiteEditor/Graphite - Homepage: https://graphite.art - awesome-repositories: https://awesome-repositories.com/repository/graphiteeditor-graphite.md ## Topics `2d-graphics` `animation` `art` `creative-coding` `design` `graphic-design` `graphics` `graphics-editor` `image-manipulation` `image-processing` `motion-design` `motion-graphics` `node-graph` `photo-editor` `procedural` `procedural-drawing` `procedural-generation` `svg-editor` `vector-graphics` ## Description Graphite is a node-based visual design environment that integrates vector illustration, raster image processing, and motion graphics generation into a single platform. It utilizes a functional reactive pipeline and a data-flow execution model to propagate state changes through a graph of interconnected nodes, allowing users to construct complex, automated design workflows. The platform distinguishes itself through a context-aware evaluation engine that injects runtime metadata—such as coordinate data and loop indices—directly into the node graph. This enables the creation of procedural geometry and dynamic, position-dependent design logic that responds to real-time inputs. By combining these mathematical operations with time-based animation primitives, the system allows for the creation of interactive visual effects and motion graphics that synchronize with system clocks or pointer movement. The software provides a comprehensive suite of tools for both vector and raster manipulation, including layer-based composition, procedural texture generation, and advanced color management. Users can perform non-destructive image adjustments, apply clipping masks, and generate complex patterns through algorithmic definitions. The environment also supports external integration by fetching remote data and serializing graphical properties into standardized formats. ## Tags ### User Interface & Experience - [Visual Node Editors](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/user-interface-experience/visual-node-editors.md) — Constructs complex design workflows by connecting functional nodes that pass data through a directed graph. - [Animation Playback Controls](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/user-interface-experience/animation-frameworks/animation-playback-controls.md) — Provides interactive controls for pausing, resuming, and manipulating the execution state of animation sequences within the design environment. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/node-catalog/)) - [Interactive Drawing Tools](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/user-interface-experience/interactive-drawing-tools.md) — Provides interactive tools for drawing and manipulating vector and raster elements on the canvas. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/interface/document-panel/)) - [Layer Management Systems](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/user-interface-experience/layer-management-systems.md) — Organizes and reorders layers within the document stack to control rendering order and structure. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/interface/menu-bar/)) - [Timeline Animation Controllers](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/user-interface-experience/component-utilities/animation-engines/timeline-animation-controllers.md) — Manages the playback and sequencing of time-based animation events to drive dynamic design transformations. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/node-catalog/animation/animation-time/)) - [Snapping Behaviors](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/user-interface-experience/form-and-input-management/interaction-and-event-handling/drag-operation-controls/snapping-behaviors.md) — Aligns drawing and transformation actions to grids and anchor points for precise design placement. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/interface/document-panel/)) - [Canvas Workspace Management](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/user-interface-experience/canvas-workspace-management.md) — Provides the interface controls necessary for managing the design environment and canvas state. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/interface/menu-bar/)) - [Layer Selection Tools](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/user-interface-experience/layer-selection-tools.md) — Manages the selection and navigation of layers and folders within the design workspace. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/interface/menu-bar/)) - [Pointer Tracking Utilities](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/user-interface-experience/pointer-tracking-utilities.md) — Captures real-time cursor coordinates to drive interactive design elements and procedural animations. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/node-catalog/animation/pointer-position/)) - [Image Masking](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/user-interface-experience/animation-and-motion-systems/image-masking.md) — Combines primary images with stencil layers to selectively hide or reveal portions based on transparency. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/node-catalog/raster/mask/)) - [Masking Utilities](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/user-interface-experience/clipping-utilities/masking-utilities.md) — DesignNode constrains the visibility of an input graphic to the alpha channel boundaries of the layer positioned directly beneath it within the composition. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/node-catalog/blending/clipping-mask/)) - [Color Component Converters](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/user-interface-experience/color-selection-components/color-component-converters.md) — Constructs color values by combining hue, saturation, value, and alpha numerical inputs. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/node-catalog/color/hsla-to-color/)) - [Color String Parsers](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/user-interface-experience/component-utilities/color-utilities/color-format-normalizers/color-string-parsers.md) — Parses CSS-formatted color strings, including hex codes and named colors, into usable color values. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/node-catalog/color/hex-to-color/)) - [Color Opacity Adjustments](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/user-interface-experience/component-utilities/color-utilities/color-opacity-adjustments.md) — Modifies opacity and fill of graphic elements using percentage-based multipliers. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/node-catalog/blending/opacity/)) - [Color Palette Management](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/user-interface-experience/ui-architecture/design-utilities/design-systems/color-system-utilities/color-palette-management.md) — Analyzes raster image data to identify and generate representative color palettes for design compositions. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/node-catalog/color/)) ### Development Tools & Productivity - [Procedural Design Engines](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/development-tools-productivity/procedural-design-engines.md) — DesignNode constructs node-based workflows that generate and transform visual content automatically based on adjustable numerical parameters and logic. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/introduction/features-and-limitations/)) - [Runtime Context Providers](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/development-tools-productivity/context-retrieval-engines/runtime-context-providers.md) — DesignNode accesses runtime information such as loop indices, current graphic elements, or spatial coordinates to drive dynamic design operations. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/node-catalog/context/)) - [Debugging and Inspection Tools](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/development-tools-productivity/debugging-profiling-testing/debugging-diagnostics/debugging-inspection-tools/debugging-and-inspection-tools.md) — Provides tools to inspect and log node inputs and outputs to the console for debugging design workflows. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/node-catalog/debug/to-string/)) ### DevOps & Infrastructure - [Visual Data-Flow Systems](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/devops-infrastructure/automation-orchestration/task-execution-frameworks/workflow-engines/visual-data-flow-systems.md) — Propagates state changes through a graph of interconnected nodes to update visual outputs in real time. ### Graphics & Multimedia - [Animation & Motion Graphics](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/graphics-multimedia/animation-motion.md) — Creates time-dependent animations and interactive visual effects by mapping temporal data to graphical parameters. - [Shape Drawing](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/graphics-multimedia/graphics-and-media/shape-drawing.md) — Provides a creative application for drawing and manipulating geometric paths, shapes, and typography using a node-based editing interface. - [Image Processors](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/graphics-multimedia/media-production-suites/media-management-production/media-management-systems/image-processing-utilities/image-processors.md) — Applies non-destructive filters, color adjustments, and procedural textures to pixel-based imagery within a node-based pipeline. - [Vector Graphics Editors](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/graphics-multimedia/graphics-and-media/vector-graphics-editors.md) — Manipulates geometric shapes and paths to construct digital artwork through a node-based editing interface. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/introduction/)) - [Scene-Graph Composition Engines](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/graphics-multimedia/graphics-engines-rendering/rendering/engines/ui-reconciliation-composition/scene-graph-composition-engines.md) — Manages the stacking, blending, and masking of vector and raster elements within a hierarchical document structure. - [Image Processing](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/graphics-multimedia/image-editing-processing/image-processing.md) — Performs fundamental image adjustments, channel manipulation, and procedural pattern generation on pixel-based graphics. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/node-catalog/raster-filter/)) - [Compositing Pipelines](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/graphics-multimedia/graphics-engines-rendering/compositing-pipelines.md) — Blends visual layers using mathematical modes to determine color and transparency interactions. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/node-catalog/blending/blend-mode/)) - [Vector Graphics Editors](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/graphics-multimedia/graphics-engines-rendering/rendering/vector-graphics-editors.md) — Creates parametrically defined vector primitives such as rectangles, grids, stars, and spirals. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/node-catalog/)) - [Color Adjustment Utilities](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/graphics-multimedia/media-processing-analysis/media-manipulation/media-processing-workflows/image-processing-pipelines/image-preprocessing-utilities/color-adjustment-utilities.md) — Modifies color properties like brightness, contrast, hue, and saturation in raster images. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/node-catalog/raster-adjustment/channel-mixer/)) - [External Data Integrators](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/graphics-multimedia/external-data-integrators.md) — Fetches remote data and sends notifications to synchronize design workflows with external web services. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/node-catalog/)) - [Gradient Generators](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/graphics-multimedia/graphics-and-media/colors/gradient-generators.md) — DesignNode creates a smooth color transition by mapping a list of colors to evenly spaced stops along a normalized range. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/node-catalog/color/colors-to-gradient/)) - [Gradient Generators](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/graphics-multimedia/graphics-and-media/gradient-generators.md) — Creates gradient sequences from lists of colors and configures their geometric type and spread behavior. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/node-catalog/color/)) - [Procedural Texture Generators](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/graphics-multimedia/graphics-engines-rendering/rendering/procedural-texture-generators.md) — Generates synthetic raster patterns, fractals, and noise textures using mathematical algorithms. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/node-catalog/raster-pattern/noise-pattern/)) - [Element Organizers](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/graphics-multimedia/element-organizers.md) — DesignNode nests multiple graphical objects into a single container to organize complex designs and manage layers more effectively. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/node-catalog/general/)) - [Color Object Constructors](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/graphics-multimedia/graphics-and-media/colors/color-object-constructors.md) — Combines individual red, green, blue, and alpha numeric components into a single color object. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/node-catalog/color/rgba-to-color/)) - [Gradient Samplers](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/graphics-multimedia/graphics-and-media/colors/gradient-renderers/gradient-samplers.md) — Extracts specific color values at defined points along a gradient path by mapping normalized input values. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/node-catalog/color/sample-gradient/)) - [Pattern Duplicators](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/graphics-multimedia/graphics-and-media/vector-graphics-editors/pattern-duplicators.md) — Creates multiple instances of shapes or raster data in linear or radial patterns. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/node-catalog/repeat/copy-to-points/)) - [Brush Engines](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/graphics-multimedia/graphics-engines-rendering/rendering/systems/3d-graphics-pipelines/rasterization-engines/brush-engines.md) — Generates raster brush strokes on a canvas to expand compositions. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/node-catalog/raster/brush/)) - [Image Filters](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/graphics-multimedia/graphics-engines-rendering/rendering/systems/3d-graphics-pipelines/rasterization-engines/image-filters.md) — Provides kernel-based image filtering tools for softening details and reducing noise in raster graphics. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/node-catalog/raster-filter/blur/)) - [Text Rendering](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/graphics-multimedia/graphics-engines-rendering/text-rendering.md) — Generates editable text strings as vector geometry for integration into graphic designs. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/node-catalog/text/)) ### Software Engineering & Architecture - [Functional Data Pipelines](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/software-engineering-architecture/architectural-design-patterns/design-patterns/functional-design-patterns/functional-data-pipelines.md) — Processes graphical and numerical data streams through immutable transformations triggered by input changes. - [Runtime Metadata Injectors](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/software-engineering-architecture/context-aware-tooling/runtime-metadata-injectors.md) — Injects runtime metadata like loop indices and coordinates into nodes to enable dynamic, position-dependent design logic. - [Data Serialization Formats](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/software-engineering-architecture/data-serialization-formats.md) — Encodes complex graphical properties and node configurations into standardized formats for export and integration. - [Conditional Branching](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/software-engineering-architecture/conditional-branching.md) — DesignNode selects between two input values based on a boolean condition to dynamically determine the output of a processing chain. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/node-catalog/math-logic/)) - [Logical Comparison Operators](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/software-engineering-architecture/logical-comparison-operators.md) — Enables conditional logic and branching within design workflows by comparing node outputs. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/node-catalog/math-logic/equals/)) ### Game Development - [Procedural Generation](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/game-development/tooling-asset-pipeline/procedural-generation.md) — Creates vector shapes and patterns through mathematical algorithms rather than static path definitions. ### Scientific & Mathematical Computing - [Trigonometric Functions](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/scientific-mathematical-computing/numerical-mathematical-foundations/calculus/trigonometric-functions.md) — Provides mathematical functions for calculating trigonometric ratios to support procedural geometry and animation logic. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/node-catalog/math-trig/cosine/)) - [Vector Geometry Utilities](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/scientific-mathematical-computing/vector-geometry-utilities.md) — Computes geometric attributes of vectors including length, angles, and dot products for directional alignment in design. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/node-catalog/math-vector/angle-between/)) - [Geometric Transformation Routines](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/scientific-mathematical-computing/linear-algebra-routines/geometric-transformation-routines.md) — Manages transformation matrices by extracting, inverting, or overriding position, rotation, and scale properties of graphical elements. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/node-catalog/math-transform/)) - [Arithmetic Operations](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/scientific-mathematical-computing/numerical-mathematical-foundations/arithmetic-number-types/arithmetic-operations.md) — Computes mathematical results by applying operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division to scalar numbers, vectors, or transforms. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/node-catalog/math-arithmetic/exponent/)) ### Data & Databases - [Structured Data Extraction](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/data-databases/structured-data-extraction.md) — Retrieves specific named properties from graphic elements and organizes them into structured lists for processing. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/node-catalog/attributes-write/)) - [Path Extraction Utilities](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/data-databases/vector-data-formats/path-extraction-utilities.md) — DesignNode retrieves the underlying vector path information from a selected graphic element to allow for further processing within a workflow. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/node-catalog/context/read-vector/)) - [List Processing Tools](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/data-databases/list-processing-tools.md) — DesignNode retrieves, removes, or transforms specific items from a collection based on their index to manage the sequence of graphical data. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/node-catalog/general/)) - [Text Processing Tools](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/data-databases/text-processing-utilities/text-processing-tools.md) — Performs text manipulation including concatenation, splitting, and regex matching for dynamic text generation. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/node-catalog/text/)) ### System Administration & Monitoring - [System Clock Synchronizers](https://awesome-repositories.com/f/system-administration-monitoring/time-synchronization/system-clock-synchronizers.md) — Retrieves system clock data to synchronize visual effects and animations with real-world time. ([source](https://graphite.art/learn/node-catalog/animation/))