what is an svg

An SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics) file is a vector image format for defining two-dimensional graphics, often used on websites. Unlike pixel-based raster files like JPEGs, SVG files store images via mathematical formulas based on points and lines on a grid, allowing them to be scaled up or down without losing any resolution. They are written in XML code, meaning they store any text information as literal text rather than shapes, which allows search engines to read SVG graphics. SVGs are capable of retaining image quality as they scale up or down, making them ideal for logos and complex online graphics. The SVG specification is an open standard developed by the World Wide Web Consortium and has been supported by all major desktop browsers since 2011