Implement a Magnifying Glass Effect Using Canvas

Introduction

In this project, you'll learn how to create a magnifying effect on images using the HTML Canvas. This effect is often seen on image galleries or product websites, allowing users to hover over an image and get a zoomed-in view of a specific portion. The magnifying effect provides a detailed view without having to open a new window or page.

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🎯 Tasks

In this project, you will learn:

• How to initialize and set up an HTML Canvas element
• How to load an image onto the canvas
• How to implement event listeners for mouse movements
• How to create helper functions for the selector and magnified display

🏆 Achievements

After completing this project, you will be able to:

• Use the Canvas API to draw and manipulate images
• Track mouse coordinates and respond to mouse movement events
• Create a magnifying effect by copying and displaying a portion of an image