How to build a scalable SVG icon system for your web app. Covers sprites, React components, currentColor theming, and where to get free SVG icons.
Every web app needs icons. How you manage them at scale — that's where most teams make mistakes. This is the complete guide to building an SVG icon system that doesn't fall apart as your app grows.
Why SVG (Not Icon Fonts or PNG)
Icon fonts (FontAwesome, etc.) are the legacy approach. The problems:
One broken font file breaks all icons
Accessibility is terrible (screen readers read the unicode character)
A practical guide to making SVG icons accessible with aria-hidden, role=img, aria-label, and better icon-only buttons.
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