# Advanced Topics

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Once you become familiar with the basic ideas behind Sketchpad — the organization of its tools and menus, and the process of creating and exploring mathematical ideas through Dynamic Geometry constructions — you may want to explore some of the program’s additional options. This section contains expert tips for using Sketchpad efficiently; instructions for using Sketchpad to create high-quality mathematical illustrations for use in other programs or in printed documents; overviews of the program’s menu structure and internal mathematics; and special Windows command-line flags to control several Sketchpad settings.

Subtopics:

Advanced Text Topics

Advanced Tool Topics

Distance Units Across Platforms

Advanced Graphics Export

Sketchpad’s Menu Structure

Sketchpad’s Internal Mathematics

Command-Line Flags for Sketchpad (Windows Version)