What are the best practices for using SVG in Vue applications?

What are the best practices for using SVG in Vue applications?

When using SVG in Vue, it's important to consider performance, accessibility, and maintainability. You should inline SVGs for better performance, use Vue components for reusability, and ensure that your SVGs are accessible by adding appropriate titles and descriptions.

Can you explain how to inline SVGs in a Vue component?

Sure! You can inline SVGs by placing the SVG markup directly in your Vue component's template. For example:

<template>
  <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 100 100">
    <circle cx="50" cy="50" r="40" fill="blue" />
  </svg>
</template>

What about using external SVG files?

For external SVG files, you can use the <img> tag or the v-html directive to load them. However, inlining is generally preferred for better control and performance.

How can I ensure my SVGs are accessible?

To make your SVGs accessible, add role="img", aria-labelledby, or aria-describedby attributes, and include <title> and <desc> elements within the SVG to provide context.