Inkscape Vector Graphics

This cluster centers on recommendations and discussions of Inkscape as a free, open-source vector graphics editor, often compared to Adobe Illustrator and suggested as an alternative for SVG and vector design tasks.

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skore Oct 12, 2013 View on HN

Give inkscape a try. You might be surprised.

ant6n May 17, 2022 View on HN

Why should one use this over Inkscape?

torpor Jun 29, 2010 View on HN

Alternative: Learn to use Inkscape.

cacarr Jun 14, 2017 View on HN

I assume you've tried Inkscape?

matt_the_bass Feb 19, 2018 View on HN

Inkscape for vector graphics. I feel it firmly competes with illustrator.

tecosaur Aug 6, 2021 View on HN

I can confirm I used inkscape :)

notaboredguy Sep 15, 2022 View on HN

Inkscape, penpot and/or maybe gimp afaik.

LeoSolaris Dec 14, 2018 View on HN

Inkscape is likely what you're looking for.

kiney May 9, 2025 View on HN

how does it compare to inkscape?

flobosg Jul 16, 2020 View on HN

Several programs support this, including Inkscape.