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matplotlib.axes.Axes.apply_aspect

Axes.apply_aspect(self, position=None)

Adjust the Axes for a specified data aspect ratio.

Depending on get_adjustable this will modify either the Axes box (position) or the view limits. In the former case, get_anchor will affect the position.

See also

matplotlib.axes.Axes.set_aspect
for a description of aspect ratio handling.
matplotlib.axes.Axes.set_adjustable
defining the parameter to adjust in order to meet the required aspect.
matplotlib.axes.Axes.set_anchor
defining the position in case of extra space.

Notes

This is called automatically when each Axes is drawn. You may need to call it yourself if you need to update the Axes position and/or view limits before the Figure is drawn.