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Very many vector graphics standards use the idea of a current position. A distinguishing feature of turtle graphics is to have a current direction as well.

It's a shame SVG doesn't. Many shapes can be specified much more concisely.



plotter languages have the same concept.


Which ones? I've just skimmed through docs for HP-GL, DMPL and Gerber, but I can't see anything.




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