Free and open source vector drawing software using SVG as its native format
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About Inkscape
Inkscape is free and open source vector graphics software for Windows, macOS, and Linux. It is used to create illustrations, icons, logos, diagrams, maps, and web graphics, serving both design professionals and hobbyists.
The application uses the W3C open standard SVG - Scalable Vector Graphics - as its native format. Its focus is vector drawing rather than raster image editing, making it suited to graphics that need editable shapes and scalable output.
Inkscape is developed as free and open source software. Development happens on GitLab, and the project website provides desktop access for Linux, macOS, and Windows.
Key features
- Vector graphics creation for illustrations, icons, logos, and diagrams
- Uses W3C SVG as its native file format
- Creates maps and web graphics
- Runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux desktops
Details
- First released
- 2014
- Platforms
- Win · Mac · Linux
- Format
- Native W3C SVG
- Use cases
- Icons · Logos · Diagrams · Maps
- License
- Free and open source