Working with Aspose.Drawing in ASP.NET Core Web App

In this article, we will learn how to create and display vector graphics in an ASP.NET Core Web application with razor pages. For creating stunning vector graphics, we will use the Aspose.Drawing library. In this step-by-step guide, we will walk you through the process of integrating Aspose.Drawing into an ASP.NET Core web app.

Understanding Aspose.Drawing for .NET#

Aspose.Drawing for .NET is a cross-platform 2D graphics library for drawing vector graphics. It empowers developers to work with vector graphics programmatically. The library allows you to render vector graphics on raster images, such as lines, curves, and figures, as well as text. Images can then be saved in all commonly used graphics formats including BMP, PNG, JPEG, GIF, and TIFF.

How to Create and Display Vector Graphics in ASP.NET Core Web Pages#

We can create and display vector graphics in ASP.NET Core web applications by following the steps below:

Create an ASP.NET Core Web App Project#

Create a new project and select the ASP.NET Core Web App project template.

Select the project template.

After that, write the project name and move to the next step.
Finally, select framework .NET 7.0 (Standard Term Support), check the option to Configure for HTTPS, and click on Create button to create the project.

Select project framework

Add Aspose.Drawing NuGet Package#

Open NuGet Package Manager and install Aspose.Drawing for .NET package.

Install Aspose.Drawing for .NET

Add an Image Drawing Code#

Open Pages\Index.cshtml.cs and replace its content with the following script.

Open Pages\Index.cshtml and replace its content with the following script.

Add the Aspose.Drawing License File#

Copy your Aspose.Drawing.NET.lic file with Aspose.Drawing licensing information to the project directory. Open this file property from Solution Explorer and set Build Action to Embedded resource.
After that, open the Program.cs and add the following code to set the Aspose.Drawing license.

Finally, run the application.

Output

Download the Source Code#

You can download the complete ASP source code.NET Web application from GitHub.

Get a Free License#

If you wish to try the library without any limitations, you can obtain a free temporary license.

Aspose.Drawing – Free Learning Resources#

You can explore various other features of the Aspose.Drawing library using the following resources:

Developer’s Guide
Free Online Applications
API Reference
How-to Guides and Articles

Conclusion#

In conclusion, Aspose.Drawing is a valuable asset for ASP.NET Web developers looking to incorporate dynamic and visually captivating vector graphics into their web projects. By following the steps provided, you’ll unlock new possibilities in web development with Aspose.Drawing. In case of any ambiguity, please contact us on our free support forum.