WebSim Shader Playground Instructions
I. Introduction
WebSim Shader Playground is an online interactive shader editor and visualization tool that focuses on the generation and exploration of fractal art. It allows users to adjust the generation parameters of fractal patterns in real time through simple operations such as clicking, scrolling, and dragging, thereby creating colorful visual effects.
II. Basic Operations
Pause/Resume Playback:
Click the "Click to Pause/Resume" button on the interface to switch the generation state of the fractal pattern. When the state is "Paused", the fractal pattern will stop changing dynamically; after clicking, the state changes to "Playing", and the fractal pattern will continue to be dynamically generated or evolved.
Zoom:
Use the mouse wheel to zoom in and out. Scrolling the mouse wheel up will zoom in on the fractal pattern, and scrolling down will zoom out. At the same time, the current zoom ratio will be displayed on the interface, such as "Zoom: 10%".
Move:
You can move the view of the fractal pattern by dragging the mouse. This allows you to explore different areas of the fractal pattern and discover its hidden details and beauty.
View the offset:
The "Offset: (3.95, 4)" displayed on the interface indicates the offset of the current fractal pattern in the generated space. This parameter is very useful for fine-tuning the appearance of the fractal pattern, but please note that not all versions of WebSim Shader Playground directly display the offset.
III. Advanced Features
Shader Editing (if available): Some versions of WebSim Shader Playground may allow users to directly edit the shader code to more deeply customize the visual effects of the fractal pattern. This usually requires a certain understanding of GLSL (OpenGL Shader Language).
Parameter Adjustment: In addition to basic scaling, moving, and pause/resume operations, users may also be able to adjust the generation parameters of the fractal, such as the number of iterations, color scheme, etc., through sliders, input boxes, or other controls on the interface.
IV. Notes
Performance: Generating complex fractal patterns may consume more computing resources. If your device has limited performance, you may encounter performance bottlenecks or stuttering. Please try to adjust the scaling or simplify the shader code to optimize performance.
Compatibility: WebSim Shader Playground is a web-based technology, so it relies on browser support. Please make sure your browser is up to date and supports WebGL technology.
Learning resources: If you are interested in fractal art or GLSL shader programming, you can find relevant tutorials, books or online community resources to learn more.
With WebSim Shader Playground, you can easily explore the mysteries of the fractal world and create amazing visual works. I hope this instruction will help you enjoy the process better!
