Foreword to the Special Section on Smart Tools and Applications in Graphics (STAG 2023)

The Special Section contains extended and revised versions of the best papers presented at the 10th Conference on Smart Tools and Applications in Graphics (STAG 2023), held in Matera on November 16-17, 2023. Four papers were selected by appointed members from the Program Committee; extended versions were submitted and further reviewed by external experts. The result is a rich collection of papers spanning diverse domains: from shape analysis and computational geometry to advanced applications in machine learning, virtual interaction, and digital fabrication. Topics include shape modeling, functional maps, and point clouds, highlighting cutting-edge research in user experience and interaction design.