Inkscape

Inkscape is a free and open-source vector graphics editor for creating and editing vector graphics such as illustrations, diagrams, logos, and icons. It uses Scalable Vector Graphics (SVG) as its native format and provides a comprehensive set of tools for professional-quality vector artwork.

The project began in 2003 as a fork of the Sodipodi project and has since grown into one of the most widely used open-source vector editors. It is released under the GPL-2.0-or-later license and is available on major operating systems.

Inkscape includes drawing tools for freehand, Bezier paths, and calligraphy; node editing for precise control of shapes; a text tool with paragraph and flow options; and support for layers, groups, and objects. It offers gradient fills, patterns, and complex path operations, as well as a large set of built-in filters and effects. The software is extendable through a system of extensions and supports import and export of SVG and other formats such as PDF, EPS, and PNG.

As a cross-platform program, Inkscape runs on Linux, Windows, and macOS and is supported by an active community that maintains documentation and tutorials. The project emphasizes accessibility and interoperability with other vector graphics workflows that rely on the SVG standard.