title: Creating & Using 9-patch images in Android
body: <p>I recently heard about 9-patch images. I know its 9 tiled and is stretchable. I'd like to know more about it.</p>
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  <li><p>How can I create a 9-patch image?</p>
  <p>Is there any tool? Can I create it from AndroidSDK or code?</p>
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  <li><p>Main Advantages of 9-patch over regular png?</p>
  <p>(is it stretchable dynamically/ automatically according to screen?)</p>
  </li>
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