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Pixelation is by "zoom(,,,), and that's it.
All the theories of padding Fourier is now in the coffin. Fourier is essentially "exponential maths", as well as the Gaussian spot. Remembering the mass of properties of the "exponential", not surprising some parenthood match for the spot, but this property of padding seems unique vis Fourier 0's padding. Years ago [6 or +] I have demonstrated the difficulty of fitting "Gaussian like" and exponentials on their "reflexive" properties. More recently, the plasma model is one of this most difficult fitting case, though well done for the most various fits. Those interested in pixelation should concentrate on getting the coding of "zoom(,,,)" for applications outside of the Mathcad Improc. Whether particular to the Mathcad Improc or a universal coding, the matter is that it's the function that "pixelate". End of story.
jmG