Contrast

Overview of the Contrast Generator The Contrast Generator in Map Generatoris a valuable tool for modifying the intensity (brightness) and contrast of input maps. It allows for straightforward adjustments of various masks, making it useful for fine-tuning map characteristics.

Properties:

1. Intensity: Alters the height (or brightness, when considering maps as images) of the map. This parameter ranges from -1 (resulting in a completely black map) to 1 (yielding an entirely white map). Adjusting intensity affects the overall brightness of the map.

2. Contrast: Manipulates the contrast of the map, ranging from 0 (resulting in a planar map at the specified intensity level) to infinity. Tweaking contrast modifies the map's overall sharpness and gradient distribution.

Use Cases:

1. Simple Modifications: The Contrast Generator is well-suited for straightforward modifications of various masks.

2. Binary Masks: Increasing the contrast to large values (e.g., 100-1000) can transform maps into single-bit masks, featuring only 0 or 1 values with minimal or no gradients. This is particularly useful for creating sharp, binary maps.

The Contrast Generator provides map creators with an easy-to-use tool to adjust the brightness and contrast of input maps, enabling precise control over map characteristics for various applications.