What is SVG used for?

SVG is commonly used for: icons, logos, illustrations, UI.

How do I optimize SVG files?

Run "npx optimo icon.svg" in your terminal. Optimo applies format-specific compression to reduce SVG file size while preserving quality.

What is SVG?

Scalable Vector Graphics (.svg). Vector format: crisp at any size and excellent for icons and illustrations.

Last updated: 2026-03-18

SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics, .svg) is a image format that uses vector compression. Vector format: crisp at any size and excellent for icons and illustrations. It supports transparency. Common uses include icons, logos, illustrations, ui.

Quick facts

Extension

.svg

Type

Image format

Compression

vector

Transparency

Yes

Animation

MIME type

image/svg+xml

Common uses

icons
logos
illustrations
UI

Delivery notes

Best for crisp graphics at any resolution.
Use PNG/WebP for photos and raster outputs.

What to do with optimo

Optimize SVG Compress SVG Resize SVG Convert between formats

npx optimo icon.svg

Related conversions

Convert SVG to PNG Convert SVG to WebP Convert SVG to JPEG Convert SVG to AVIF Convert SVG to GIF

More image formats

PNG JPEG WebP AVIF HEIC JPEG XL GIF

Frequently asked questions

What is SVG?: Scalable Vector Graphics (.svg) is a image format. Vector format: crisp at any size and excellent for icons and illustrations. It uses vector compression, supports transparency.
What is SVG used for?: SVG is commonly used for: icons, logos, illustrations, UI.
How do I optimize SVG files?: Run "npx optimo icon.svg" in your terminal. Optimo applies format-specific compression to reduce SVG file size while preserving quality.