ChatDev/WareHouse/PixelCraft_THUNLP_20230825072340/manual.md
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Pixel Art Creator App User Manual

Introduction

Welcome to the Pixel Art Creator App! This user manual will guide you through the installation process, introduce you to the main functions of the app, and provide instructions on how to use it effectively.

Table of Contents

  1. Installation
  2. Main Functions
  3. How to Use

1. Installation

To install the Pixel Art Creator App, follow these steps:

  1. Ensure that you have Python installed on your system. You can download Python from the official website: https://www.python.org/downloads/

  2. Clone or download the project files from the ChatDev repository: https://github.com/ChatDevOrg/pixel-art-creator-app

  3. Open a terminal or command prompt and navigate to the project directory.

  4. Install the required dependencies by running the following command:

    pip install -r requirements.txt
    
  5. Once the installation is complete, you are ready to use the Pixel Art Creator App!

2. Main Functions

The Pixel Art Creator App provides the following main functions:

  • Drawing pixel art using a pencil tool
  • Erasing pixels using an eraser tool
  • Filling areas with a selected color using a fill bucket tool
  • Choosing from a variety of pixel sizes and colors
  • Zooming in and out for precise editing
  • Undoing and redoing actions
  • Exporting creations in PNG or GIF format

3. How to Use

To use the Pixel Art Creator App, follow these steps:

  1. Launch the app by running the main.py file.

  2. The app window will appear, showing a canvas on the left and a toolbar on the right.

  3. Use the toolbar to select the pixel size by entering a value in the "Pixel Size" field and pressing Enter.

  4. Click on the "Color" button to choose a color for drawing.

  5. Use the pencil tool to draw pixels on the canvas. Click and drag to draw multiple pixels at once.

  6. Use the eraser tool to erase pixels. Click and drag to erase multiple pixels at once.

  7. Use the fill bucket tool to fill areas with the selected color. Click on a pixel to fill the connected area.

  8. Use the "Clear" button to clear the canvas and start over.

  9. Use the "Undo" button to undo the last action.

  10. Use the "Redo" button to redo an undone action.

  11. Use the zoom buttons on the toolbar to zoom in and out for precise editing.

  12. Once you are satisfied with your pixel art creation, click on the "Export" button to save it as a PNG or GIF file. Choose a file name and location, and select the desired file format.

  13. Congratulations! You have successfully created and exported pixel art using the Pixel Art Creator App.

Conclusion

The Pixel Art Creator App provides a user-friendly interface and intuitive tools for drawing and enhancing pixel art. With its variety of features and real-time rendering capabilities, you can unleash your creativity and create intricate designs. Enjoy the app and have fun creating pixel art!