Re: [Inkscape-devel] SVG Fonts: current status

On Saturday, May 24, 2008, 4:23:37 PM, Richard wrote:

RH> 2) You can't use cairo functions for drawing to the Inkscape canvas, RH> except in outline mode. It'll be a significant glitch in your (thus RH> far excellent) progress when you need to start compositing with other RH> content.

I recall hearing at LGM3 that Inkscape used Cairo for outline mode only, but can't now remember why that was. Can someone remind me?