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VectorPoints

VectorPoints
is an option to VectorPlot, ListVectorPlot, and related functions that determines how many field vectors to draw.
MORE INFORMATION
Nonedraw no field vectors
ndraw a regular n×n grid of field vectors
{m,n}draw a regular m×n grid of field vectors
Coarseautomatically chosen coarse set of field vectors
Fineautomatically chosen fine set of field vectors
{p1,p2,...}draw field vectors at the points , , ...
{{p1,g1},...}draw the field vector at using graphics directive
EXAMPLESCLOSE ALL
Basic Examples   (2)
Plot a vector field with arrows on a regular grid:
Specify a list of points for showing field vectors:
Plot a vector field with arrows on a regular grid:
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Specify a list of points for showing field vectors:
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Scope   (2)
Use a different number of field vectors on a regular grid:
The location for vectors is given in the middle of the drawn vector:
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