SVGbased

SVGbased is a term used to describe software, components, or content that rely primarily on Scalable Vector Graphics (SVG) as the fundamental representation for visual elements. SVGbased assets are drawn as XML-based vector shapes rather than raster bitmaps, which allows images to scale to any size without quality loss and to be styled directly with CSS or scripted for interactivity.

Key characteristics include resolution independence, manipulability via the DOM, and the ability to animate or respond to user input. The XML nature of SVG also makes text within graphics accessible to assistive technologies and indexable by search engines, while theming and reusing color tokens can streamline design systems.

Common applications are icon libraries, user interface components, illustrations, and data visualizations. Inline SVG enables direct scripting and styling of individual shapes, while external SVG files and sprite sheets can reduce markup and improve caching. SVGbased techniques are often combined with responsive design to ensure crisp rendering on high-DPI displays across devices.

Limitations and considerations include reduced suitability for photographic imagery, potential performance issues with highly complex SVGs, and the need for appropriate fallbacks for older browsers. Accessibility requires providing meaningful titles and descriptions, and some environments may impose restrictions on inline SVG. Editing and authoring typically involve vector graphics tools or code editors, as SVG is plain text.

See also: SVG, vector graphics, inline SVG, SVG sprites, iconography systems.