Vector/pattern fill

[bitblitter]

Just reposting this v1 feature request in the v2 feedback forum.

Would be good to know if implementing this feature is even possible, I assume the inner software architecture doesn't allow it (only bitmaps) and it might only be possible with a hacky and unstable implementation, but if you can confirm it at least we can close the question with a definite answer.

Here's the v1 thread: 

 

[D.E. Main]

This is a must have as far as my work goes.  I've been doing hacks to get around it - but at a cost of many hours, literally.  I vote +1

[DDesignDude]

Having this feature would save me the additional steps of exporting a bitmap image every time I need to edit my patterns that are defined using Affinity Designer's Bitmap Fill workaround.

As well, it's important for those like myself who use Affinity Designer art in vector animation programs where vector art is required for all assets so that they maintain their crisp quality no matter how large they appear on screen.

I add my vote to this too!  +1

[PancakeLegend]

I'm just going to keep bumping this feature request whenever it surfaces. 

Vector pattern fill is one of the few features of Illustrator that I really miss. I used it regularly and frequently notice its absence.

[gaiaswind]

+1!

I think the bitmap fill works okayish (but for me raster images kinda defeat the purpose of a vector based tool). I mostly use masks + groups for that purpose, but creating a style with a vector pattern would be sooo much more convenient - I really dearly wish for this feature! 🫰

[v_kyr]

I for my part do clip (clipping) vector patterns to shapes in v1.

[Pep75]

I really really really mis this the most in Affinity Designer! Just a decent vector pattern tool.

[Pipouille]

+1 It's a very useful basic tool for flexibility in vector graphics.