libsvg ☆
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Description:
Library for SVG files
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: svg vector-graphics c-library graphics parsing
Install: brew install libsvg
About:
Libsvg is a lightweight library designed for parsing and rendering SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics) files. It provides a simple API for developers to integrate SVG support into their C-based applications without heavy dependencies. Its main value proposition is enabling scalable vector graphics manipulation in resource-constrained environments.
Key Features:
  • Lightweight C library
  • SVG parsing and rendering
  • Minimal dependencies
  • Cross-platform compatibility
Use Cases:
  • Embedding SVG rendering in desktop applications
  • Generating vector graphics on embedded systems
  • Parsing SVG data for conversion tools
Alternatives:
  • librsvg – More feature-rich and used by GNOME, but potentially heavier than libsvg
  • ImageMagick – Broader image processing suite, less focused on SVG-specific tasks
Version History
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Sep 11, 2025 1:07am 2 VERSION_BUMP a7f29014
Oct 27, 2024 12:49pm 2 VERSION_BUMP 13ac33e1
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