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Pointing to a raster

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Description

For a data-based raster, the pointer targets the underlying sample points.

In some cases we will prefer to show the locally computed value instead. For example:

  • iris + random walk: show the color of the interpolated point under the mouse
  • Mandelbrot : like crosshair, but see the value/color of the point

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Research direction

The issue does not name files, tests, or entry points. Review the existing raster pointer behavior and the iris/random-walk and Mandelbrot examples first; done means the pointer can show the locally computed interpolated value or color instead of only the underlying sample point.

Written by the indexing model from the issue text.

Assessment

Tech stack
d3
Domain
data-visualization
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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