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It is shown how graphical objects can be described by attributed structure trees. Taking attributed trees as a basis, a general approach to specifying layouts of graphical objects very easily and appropriately is discussed. The status of an existing implementation and future plans are sketched.
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Gabriel, R. (1989). Structured Definition of Graphical Layouts. In: Paul, M. (eds) GI — 19. Jahrestagung I. Informatik-Fachberichte, vol 222. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-75177-6_28
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