constrain() \ Language (API) \ Processing 1.0
Author: Casey Reas & Ben Fry
Description: Processing is an electronic sketchbook for developing ideas. It is a context for learning fundamentals of computer programming within the context of the electronic arts.
Keywords: Processing, Processing, Interactive Media, Electronic Arts, Programming, Java, Ben Fry, Casey Reas

Reference for Processing version 1.5. If you have a previous version, use the reference included with your software. If you see any errors or have suggestions, please let us know. If you prefer a more technical reference, visit the Processing Javadoc.

Name | ### constrain()
Examples |
    void draw()
    {
      background(204);
      float mx = constrain(mouseX, 30, 70);
      rect(mx-10, 40, 20, 20);
    }
Description | Constrains a value to not exceed a maximum and minimum value.
Syntax |
    constrain(value, min, max)
Parameters |
value | int or float: the value to constrain
min | int or float: minimum limit
max | int or float: maximum limit
Returns | float or int (depending on the input values)
Usage | Web & Application
Related | max() min()

Updated on August 30, 2010 04:29:39pm EDT