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SVG Viewer – View, edit, and optimize SVGs (svgviewer.dev)

500 points by microflash · 840 days ago · 76 comments on HN

Article summary

The article appears to be about an SVG viewer tool that allows users to view, edit, and optimize SVGs. The discussion reveals that the tool is useful for various tasks such as cropping, optimizing, and editing SVGs. Users share their experiences and favorite tools for working with SVGs, including SVGOMG, Inkscape, and other online editors. The tool's functionality and limitations are also discussed.

Main themes

  • SVG editing and optimization
  • Online tools and resources
  • Vector graphics
  • Desktop vs online editors
  • Self-hosting and licensing

What commenters say

  • The SVG viewer tool is a useful addition to the existing set of online SVG editing and optimization tools.
  • Some users prefer desktop editors like Inkscape, while others find online tools like SVGOMG and the discussed viewer more convenient.
  • The tool's ability to crop and optimize SVGs is particularly useful for tasks like icon design and web development.
  • There is a desire for more powerful and intuitive SVG editing tools, with some users requesting features like self-hosting and better support for path data.
  • The use of SVGs is widespread and they have many potential applications, including graphics design, web development, and even robot mapping software.
  • Some users are concerned about the limitations and potential drawbacks of relying on online tools, including issues with licensing and self-hosting.
  • The discussed tool and other online SVG editors have their own strengths and weaknesses, and the choice of tool often depends on the specific use case and user preferences.
  • There is interest in exploring the potential of AI tools like ChatGPT for generating and editing SVGs, but also skepticism about their current capabilities and limitations.