Raphael
JavaScript library for SVG/VML vector graphics in the browser: charts, widgets and cross-browser visualisations.
What is Raphael?
Raphael is a compact JavaScript library that simplifies working with vector graphics in the browser. It lets you create custom charts, image cropping and rotation widgets, and any cross-browser vector visualisation with a coherent, object-oriented API.
What is Raphael for?
- A developer who wants to create interactive SVG/VML graphics in the browser without using canvas.
- An application that needs vector visualisations compatible with older browsers.
- A project that includes image cropping or rotation widgets based on vectors.
Main benefits of Raphael
Compatible with both modern and older browsers via SVG and VML.
Coherent, object-oriented API for vector graphics.
Very lightweight install of only 0.09 MB.
Modular and easy to integrate into existing projects.
Who should use Raphael?
Developers who need interactive vector graphics in the browser with broad compatibility.
Is Raphael the right choice for you?
It's a great fit if…
- If you need interactive vector graphics compatible with older browsers.
- If you want a very lightweight vector library for custom graphics.
- If you're building image cropping or rotation widgets.
It might not be for you if…
- If you only target modern browsers, where native SVG or D3.js are more current.
- If you need pre-built chart types, where jqPlot or Elycharts are more direct.
How to install Raphael on your hosting
Open your hosting panel
Log into your miHosting professional hosting panel and open Softaculous, the application installer included with every plan.
Find Raphael
Referenced from the page's HTML. Softaculous allows deploying the files to the hosting.
Configure and go live
Choose the domain, language and admin details. Softaculous creates the database automatically and your install is ready in minutes.
Why install Raphael on miHosting
miHosting's professional shared hosting includes Softaculous, PHP and databases already configured, NVMe storage with no artificial limits, free SSL and real technical support if you need help during installation or maintenance of Raphael.
Install Raphael today
Choose the professional hosting plan that best fits your Raphael project, or try it risk-free with the free plan.
Emprendedor
— free domain included*
- ✓3 websites
- ✓1 free domain* the first year (annual billing)
- ✓Unlimited NVMe SSD storage
- ✓Softaculous — 400+ one-click apps
- —Node.js, Python and Ruby are not available with Emprendedor.
- ✓Free, automatic SSL (Let's Encrypt)
- ✓Free migration included
- ✓Real 24/7 technical support
Plus
— free domain included*
- ✓15 websites
- ✓1 free domain* the first year (annual billing)
- ✓Unlimited NVMe SSD storage
- ✓Softaculous — 400+ one-click apps
- ✓Node.js, Python and Ruby access
- ✓Free, automatic SSL (Let's Encrypt)
- ✓Free migration included
- ✓Real 24/7 technical support
Webmaster
— free domain included*
- ✓100 websites
- ✓1 free domain* the first year (annual billing)
- ✓Unlimited NVMe SSD storage
- ✓Softaculous — 400+ one-click apps
- ✓Node.js, Python and Ruby access
- ✓Free, automatic SSL (Let's Encrypt)
- ✓Free migration included
- ✓Real 24/7 technical support
Not sure which to choose?
For 1–3 of your own websites, the Emprendedor plan is more than enough. To manage client sites or multiple projects, the Webmaster plan is the go-to choice for agencies and freelancers.
Node.js, Python and Ruby are included with Plus and Webmaster; they are not available with Emprendedor.
* The first-year free domain is included with the annual price. From the second year onward, it renews at the standard price. Prices in USD. VAT excluded.
Not ready to commit yet?
Try it with the same NVMe infrastructure as the paid plans for 6 months, without a credit card. Your domain is purchased separately and free hosting does not include direct support. Upgrade within those 6 months for a 50% discount.
- ✓ No credit card required
- ✓ Softaculous included
- ✓ Upgrade whenever you want
Frequently asked questions about Raphael
Does Raphael use SVG or Canvas?
It uses SVG in browsers that support it and VML as a fallback for older browsers (IE).
Is Raphael suitable for creating charts?
Yes, though it's a low-level library; for pre-built chart types, jqPlot or Elycharts offer ready-to-use chart types.
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