linstyp
Linstyp is a term used in computer-aided design, cartography, and vector graphics to denote the pattern or style with which a line is drawn. In many software packages, linstype refers to the set of dash patterns, gaps, and the overall stroke that defines a line beyond its color and width. Common linstypes include solid (continuous), dashed, dotted, dash-dotted, and centerline patterns. Some systems support more complex patterns defined by repeating sequences of on- and off-segments, as well as phantom or hidden lines.
Implementation and storage: A linstype is typically stored in a library or file and can be assigned
Applications: Architectural and engineering drawings use specific linstypes to convey information (for example, hidden features, centerlines,
Standards and limitations: The availability and interpretation of linstypes vary by software; some systems treat line
See also: line, line type, linestyle, linetype file, AutoCAD, GIS.