Question 1

How do I install the Model Foundation icon with shadcn CLI?

Accepted Answer

Install the Model Foundation icon as a React component using the shadcn CLI with your preferred package manager: npm, yarn, pnpm, or bun. Run the install command and the icon will be added to your project as a fully typed React component.

Question 2

How do I use the Model Foundation icon in Next.js or React?

Accepted Answer

To use the Model Foundation icon in Next.js or React, install it via the shadcn CLI for the best experience with TypeScript support, or copy the React component code directly. The component accepts standard SVG props like className, width, and height.

Question 3

How do I use the Model Foundation icon in Vue, Svelte, or Angular?

Accepted Answer

Copy the ready-to-use Model Foundation component code for Vue, Svelte, or Angular. Click the Copy button and select your framework. The generated component includes proper TypeScript types and follows each framework's best practices.

Question 4

How do I add the Model Foundation icon to my HTML website?

Accepted Answer

To add the Model Foundation icon to a plain HTML website, copy the SVG code and paste it directly into your HTML file. Click the Copy button above and select "SVG", then paste the code where you want the icon to appear. Style with CSS as needed.

Question 5

How do I change the Model Foundation icon color?

Accepted Answer

To change the Model Foundation icon color, use the Customize button above to pick any color. The icon uses currentColor by default, so you can also style it with CSS (color property) or Tailwind classes like text-blue-500.

Question 6

How do I resize the Model Foundation icon?

Accepted Answer

The Model Foundation icon defaults to 32x32 pixels. Resize it using the Customize button, or pass width/height props to the React component. Since it's SVG, it scales perfectly to any size without blur.

Question 7

Can I rotate or flip the Model Foundation icon?

Accepted Answer

Yes, use the Customize button to rotate the Model Foundation icon to any angle (0-360°) or flip it horizontally/vertically. This is useful for directional icons like arrows or when you need a mirrored version.

Question 8

How do I add a background to the Model Foundation icon?

Accepted Answer

Use the Customize button to add a background color to the Model Foundation icon. You can also add padding around the icon to create spacing between the icon and the background edge. Great for creating icon buttons or badges.

Question 9

How do I download the Model Foundation icon as SVG?

Accepted Answer

Click the Download button and select SVG to download the Model Foundation icon as a vector file. SVG is the recommended format because it scales to any size without losing quality and has the smallest file size.

Question 10

How do I download the Model Foundation icon as PNG?

Accepted Answer

Click the Download button and select PNG to download the Model Foundation icon as a raster image. PNG supports transparency and is ideal for use in presentations, documents, or applications that don't support SVG.

Question 11

How do I use the Model Foundation icon as a favicon?

Accepted Answer

Download the Model Foundation icon in ICO format for a favicon. Place favicon.ico in your website's root directory. For modern browsers, you can also use an SVG favicon with a link tag in your HTML head.

Question 12

Does the Model Foundation icon download include my customizations?

Accepted Answer

Yes, all customizations you make (color, size, rotation, background, stroke width) are included when you download the Model Foundation icon in any format. What you see in the preview is exactly what you'll get in the downloaded file.

Question 13

Is the Model Foundation icon free to use?

Accepted Answer

This icon is licensed under Apache 2.0. Created by IBM.

Question 14

Can I use the Model Foundation icon in commercial projects?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the Model Foundation icon can be used in commercial projects including SaaS applications, websites, mobile apps, client projects, and products for sale. It's part of the Carbon open source collection.

Question 15

Do I need to credit the Model Foundation icon author?

Accepted Answer

Attribution requirements depend on the license. Most open source icon licenses (MIT, ISC, Apache) don't require attribution but appreciate it. Check the Carbon license for specific terms.

Question 16

Can I modify the Model Foundation icon for my project?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can freely modify the Model Foundation icon. Change colors, resize, rotate, combine with other elements, or edit the SVG code directly. The open source license allows full modification rights.

Question 17

How do I make the Model Foundation icon accessible?

Accepted Answer

For accessibility, add an aria-label or title to describe the Model Foundation icon's purpose. For decorative icons, use aria-hidden="true". Screen readers will announce the label, helping users understand the icon's meaning.

Question 18

How do I animate the Model Foundation icon with CSS?

Accepted Answer

Animate the Model Foundation icon with CSS transitions or keyframes. Common animations include spin (for loading), pulse (for attention), and bounce (for notifications). Use Tailwind classes like animate-spin, animate-pulse, or animate-bounce.

Question 19

Can I use the Model Foundation icon inline with text?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the Model Foundation icon works great inline with text. Set the icon size to match your text (1em) and use vertical-align: middle or Tailwind's inline-flex and items-center classes to align it properly.

Question 20

Why use SVG icons instead of icon fonts?

Accepted Answer

SVG icons are sharper, more accessible, and more flexible than icon fonts. They scale perfectly, can be styled with CSS, support multiple colors, and only load the icons you use. Icon fonts can cause accessibility issues and load entire character sets.

Question 21

What is shadcn and how does it work with icons?

Accepted Answer

shadcn is a collection of re-usable components you copy into your codebase. Unlike npm packages, you own and control the code. Icons installed via shadcn CLI become local TypeScript components you can modify freely, with no external dependencies.

Question 22

What size is the Model Foundation icon?

Accepted Answer

The Model Foundation icon has a default size of 32x32 pixels with a viewBox that allows it to scale to any size. The icon is designed on a 32px grid for optimal clarity at common sizes.

Question 23

What icon library is the Model Foundation icon from?

Accepted Answer

The Model Foundation icon is from the Carbon collection. This library contains 2547 icons designed with a consistent style, making them perfect for use together in your projects.

Question 24

Are there similar icons to Model Foundation?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can find similar icons in the Carbon collection. Scroll down to see related icons, or browse the full library to find alternatives with different styles or meanings.

Question 25

Where is the Model Foundation icon commonly used?

Accepted Answer

In real-world applications, this icon appears in data modeling software, product design platforms, and modeling tools. For example, it may be used in a data modeling app to indicate a foundation or base model.

Question 26

What does the Model Foundation icon communicate to users?

Accepted Answer

From a UX perspective, this icon communicates that a foundation or base model is being represented, and the user can access or interact with the model details. It helps users understand the context of the foundation or base model and provides a visual cue to navigate to the model details.

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