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CapForm

CapForm[type]
is a graphics primitive which specifies what type of caps should be used at the ends of lines, tubes and related primitives.
  • The following types can be used in CapForm[type]:
"Butt"truncate at the end point
"Round"put a half-disk at the end point
"Square"put a half-square at the end point
Noneput no caps at end points
  • In 2D, the default is CapForm["Square"]. In 3D, the default is CapForm["Round"].
  • CapForm specifications are ignored where an arrowhead appears.
  • CapForm[None] leaves 3D shapes open at their end points.
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Basic Examples   (2)
A rounded line cap:
A rounded tube cap:
A rounded line cap:
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A rounded tube cap:
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Scope   (3)
2D and 3D line caps:
Specify caps of circular arcs:
Tube caps:
Neat Examples   (1)
Different line cap and join forms:
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