Data URLs vs SVG Inline

Developers should use Data URLs when embedding small, static resources (e meets developers should use svg inline when they need to create responsive, scalable graphics that can be styled with css or animated with javascript, such as for icons, logos, or data visualizations in web applications. Here's our take.

Data URLs

Nice Pick

Developers should use Data URLs when embedding small, static resources (e

Pros

• g
• Related to: html, css

Cons

• Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

SVG Inline

Developers should use SVG Inline when they need to create responsive, scalable graphics that can be styled with CSS or animated with JavaScript, such as for icons, logos, or data visualizations in web applications

Pros

• It is particularly useful in modern web development for performance optimization, as it eliminates file requests and allows for server-side rendering in frameworks like React or Vue
• Related to: svg, html5

Cons

• Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

The Verdict

Use Data URLs if: You want g and can live with specific tradeoffs depend on your use case.

Use SVG Inline if: You prioritize it is particularly useful in modern web development for performance optimization, as it eliminates file requests and allows for server-side rendering in frameworks like react or vue over what Data URLs offers.

The Bottom Line

Data URLs wins

Developers should use Data URLs when embedding small, static resources (e