Working with Inline SVGs: How to convert an HTML inline SVG to an edible graphic format

To convert an inline SVG into an editable vector file (e.g., a file that can be opened in software like Adobe Illustrator or Inkscape), follow these steps:

1. Save the Inline SVG as a File

1. Extract the SVG code:
   • Right-click on the webpage or source where the SVG is displayed and choose Inspect Element or View Page Source.
   • Locate the <svg> tag and all its contents. Copy the entire <svg>...</svg> block.
2. Save as .svg:
   • Open a text editor (e.g., Notepad, Visual Studio Code, or TextEdit).
   • Paste the SVG code into the text editor.
   • Save the file with a .svg extension (e.g., graphic.svg), ensuring the file type is set to All Files (not plain text).

2. Open in a Vector Graphics Editor

Use software like Adobe Illustrator or Inkscape:

• Adobe Illustrator:
  • Open the saved .svg file directly in Illustrator.
  • The SVG will be imported as editable vector paths.
• Inkscape (Free alternative):
  • Open the .svg file in Inkscape.
  • You can edit the paths, shapes, and text within the SVG.

3. Adjust for Editability

If some elements in the SVG file are grouped or appear uneditable:

• Ungroup Objects:
  • In Illustrator: Select the object, right-click, and choose Ungroup.
  • In Inkscape: Use Object > Ungroup.
• Expand Appearance (Illustrator): This ensures all styles and effects are converted into editable paths.
• Break Apart Paths (Inkscape): Use Path > Break Apart to make individual paths editable.

4. Save in a Desired Vector Format

Once you’ve made the necessary edits, save the file in a preferred vector format:

• .ai (Adobe Illustrator)
• .eps (Encapsulated PostScript)
• .pdf (Vector PDF)
• .svg (Scalable Vector Graphics)
• .dxf (for CAD applications)

Helpful Notes:

• Some inline SVGs may reference external assets (e.g., fonts, images). Ensure these assets are embedded or replaced with similar styles during editing.
• If you’re using Adobe Illustrator, ensure to preserve the file’s resolution and scaling by reviewing export and saving settings.

Let me know if you need further clarification or help!