Newb question - 2D GUI in Blitz3D

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I've tried out several of the GUIs for Blitz3D - there are many that are pretty impressive. I was wondering... what is the principle these use to improve speed and avoid the slower 2D-directly-to-screen method? What key commands are typically used? Are there several approaches for doing this?

Thanks,

Ed