C++ pixel level control over graphics

Question

I have been looking all over the web for the simplest solution for this, and currently I have come across nothing that seems simple enough for my needs.

I am looking for a way to manipulate a matrix of pixels manually in C++, platform independent.

Does anyone know of a library that is simple to use that will help me obtain this?

Answer 1

Use SDL

Answer 2

Use OpenCV

Answer 3

By virtue of it being platform independent, you're probably not going to find a library that does only this. There are libraries like SDL and directFB that will let you do this, but not without extra baggage. X11 may even be a better choice. It supports things you don't need, but it also allows you to easily render pixels directly to the screen (or window, as the case may be).

Answer 4

Try Qt.