Question 1

How to convert an SVG file to react-native-svg components?

Accepted Answer

Use the SVGR tool mentioned in the README to automatically transform SVG code into React Native SVG components. This simplifies integrating assets from design tools like Figma without manual re-coding.

Question 2

React Native SVG or react-native-vector-icons for icons?

Accepted Answer

React Native SVG is better for custom, scalable vector graphics and complex illustrations, while react-native-vector-icons is optimized for predefined icon sets. Choose based on need for flexibility vs. convenience.

Question 3

Does react-native-svg work with Expo?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Expo client comes with native code pre-installed, and you can install the JavaScript package using npx expo install react-native-svg. Refer to the Expo docs for detailed guidance.

Question 4

How to fix RadialGradient issues on Android in react-native-svg?

Accepted Answer

This is a known issue per the README; there's no direct fix for applying focus point of RadialGradient on Android. Developers may need to use alternative gradients or fallback methods to achieve similar effects.

Question 5

What versions of React Native are compatible with react-native-svg?

Accepted Answer

Compatibility varies; for example, version 15.13.0 requires React Native >=0.78.0. Check the detailed table in the README to ensure your project's version aligns to avoid integration problems.

Question 6

Is react-native-svg compatible with Fabric renderer?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Fabric support is available from version 13.0.0 onwards, but only for React Native 0.69.0+. This improves performance but limits use in older React Native projects.

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