# A Spatial-Constraint Model for Manipulating Static Visualizations

arXiv: https://arxiv.org/abs/2303.14476 · HTML: https://mlsanity.com/paper/2303.14476/

## Key facts

- Cited by 1 papers in the map (data through 14 Oct 2026).
- First posted on arXiv 25 Mar 2023.

## Built on by (most cited first, 1 of 1)

- [From Static to Interactive: Authoring Interactive Visualizations via Natural Language](https://mlsanity.com/paper/2601.17736/) (2026)

## Abstract (arXiv)

We propose a spatial-constraint approach for modeling spatial-based interactions and enabling interactive visualizations, which involves the manipulation of visualizations through selection, filtering, navigation, arrangement, and aggregation. We proposes a system that activates static visualizations by adding intelligent interactions, which is achieved by associating static visual objects with forces. Our force-directed technique facilitates smooth animated transitions of the visualizations between different interaction states. We showcase the effectiveness of our technique through usage scenarios that involve activating visualizations in real-world settings.