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18.7.2 Optimizing Frame Rate Performance

The most important aid for optimizing frame rate performance is taking timing measurements in single-buffer mode only. For more detailed information, see ``Taking Timing Measurements.''

In addition, follow these guidelines to optimize frame rate performance:

If you are rotating or otherwise moving an object at a fixed speed, it is wise to base the transformation on the amount of time spent rendering the frame rather than a fixed amount per frame, so that the motion does not speed up or slow down as scene complexity or viewing angle changes.


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David Blythe
1999-08-06