SVG/Vector Text Extractor
Extract text elements from SVG files and vector graphics with optional attribute information.
Click to upload or drag and drop an SVG file
Supports .svg files
Extraction Options
Tips for Best Results
- Text extraction happens automatically when you upload a file or change options
- Works with standard SVG files containing <text>, <tspan>, or <textPath> elements
- Enable “Include attributes” to get positioning and styling information
- Use “Separate by elements” to maintain text structure from different elements
- Text embedded as images or paths cannot be extracted - only actual text elements
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About SVG/Vector Text Extractor
How It Works
- Automatically extracts text when you upload an SVG file
- Parses SVG files to locate text elements
- Extracts content from <text>, <tspan>, and <textPath> elements
- Optionally includes positioning and styling attributes
- Processes files entirely in your browser for privacy
Common Use Cases
- Extracting text from vector graphics and illustrations
- Converting SVG-based documents to editable text
- Retrieving captions and labels from diagrams
- Collecting text content from logo files and icons
- Processing vector-based infographics and charts
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of text can this tool extract from SVG files?
The tool extracts text from standard SVG text elements including <text>, <tspan>, and <textPath> elements. It captures visible text content, labels, captions, annotations, and any textual data embedded within vector graphics using proper SVG text markup.
Can this tool extract text that appears as images or paths in SVG files?
No, this tool only extracts actual SVG text elements. Text that has been converted to paths, curves, or embedded as raster images cannot be extracted. The tool specifically looks for semantic text elements in the SVG markup.
What file formats are supported?
The tool supports standard SVG files (.svg) and SVG content with proper XML structure. It can process SVG files created by popular vector graphics software like Adobe Illustrator, Inkscape, Sketch, and others.
Does the tool preserve text formatting and positioning information?
Yes, you can choose to include positioning and styling attributes such as x/y coordinates, font-family, font-size, and fill color. This option helps maintain context about where text appears in the original vector graphic.
Is my SVG file uploaded to any server?
No, all processing happens entirely in your browser. Your SVG files are not uploaded to any server, ensuring complete privacy and security of your vector graphics and their content.
Can I extract text from password-protected or encrypted SVG files?
The tool works with standard, unprotected SVG files. If an SVG file is password-protected or encrypted, you would need to decrypt it first before using this extraction tool.
What happens if my SVG file contains no text elements?
If the SVG file contains no <text>, <tspan>, or <textPath> elements, the tool will inform you that no text elements were found. This is common with purely graphical SVG files that contain only shapes, paths, and images.
Can I extract text from multiple SVG files at once?
Currently, the tool processes one SVG file at a time. You need to upload and extract text from each file individually. This ensures accurate processing and clear results for each vector document.
How does the tool handle different languages and special characters?
The tool properly handles Unicode text content, including different languages, special characters, symbols, and emoji that are embedded as text elements in SVG files. All Unicode-compliant text will be extracted correctly.
What should I do if the extraction results seem incomplete?
If results seem incomplete, check that your SVG file uses actual text elements rather than converted paths. Try enabling the "Include attributes" option to see if text elements exist but with different styling. Some graphics software converts text to paths for better compatibility, which cannot be extracted as text.
Can I control how the extracted text is formatted in the output?
Yes, you can choose whether to separate text from different elements on new lines or combine them with spaces. You can also include positioning and styling attributes to maintain context about text placement and appearance.
What are common use cases for SVG text extraction?
Common uses include extracting labels from diagrams, getting captions from infographics, retrieving text from vector-based logos, collecting content from SVG-based presentations, extracting annotations from technical drawings, and converting vector text to editable formats for translation or editing.