chaco.tools.save_tool module¶

Defines the SaveTool class.

class chaco.tools.save_tool.SaveTool(component=None, **traits)¶

This tool allows the user to press Ctrl+S to save a snapshot image of the plot component.

draw_mode = "none"¶: This tool does not have a visual representation (overrides BaseTool).

filename = Str("saved_plot.png")¶: The file that the image is saved in. The format will be deduced from the extension.

normal_key_pressed(event)¶

Handles a key-press when the tool is in the ‘normal’ state.

Saves an image of the plot if the keys pressed are Control and S.