Question 1

How do I install the Whale icon with shadcn CLI?

Accepted Answer

Install the Whale 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 Whale icon in Next.js or React?

Accepted Answer

To use the Whale 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 Whale icon in Vue, Svelte, or Angular?

Accepted Answer

Copy the ready-to-use Whale 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 Whale icon to my HTML website?

Accepted Answer

To add the Whale 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 Whale icon color?

Accepted Answer

To change the Whale 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 Whale icon?

Accepted Answer

The Whale icon defaults to 24x24 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 Whale icon?

Accepted Answer

Yes, use the Customize button to rotate the Whale 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 Whale icon?

Accepted Answer

Use the Customize button to add a background color to the Whale 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 Whale icon as SVG?

Accepted Answer

Click the Download button and select SVG to download the Whale 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 Whale icon as PNG?

Accepted Answer

Click the Download button and select PNG to download the Whale 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 Whale icon as a favicon?

Accepted Answer

Download the Whale 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 Whale icon download include my customizations?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 13

Is the Whale icon free to use?

Accepted Answer

This icon is licensed under ISC. Created by Lucide Contributors.

Question 14

Can I use the Whale icon in commercial projects?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 15

Do I need to credit the Whale 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 Lucide Lab license for specific terms.

Question 16

Can I modify the Whale icon for my project?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can freely modify the Whale 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 Whale icon accessible?

Accepted Answer

For accessibility, add an aria-label or title to describe the Whale 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 Whale icon with CSS?

Accepted Answer

Animate the Whale 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 Whale icon inline with text?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the Whale 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 Whale icon?

Accepted Answer

The Whale icon has a default size of 24x24 pixels with a viewBox that allows it to scale to any size. The icon is designed on a 24px grid for optimal clarity at common sizes.

Question 23

What icon library is the Whale icon from?

Accepted Answer

The Whale icon is from the Lucide Lab collection. This library contains 373 icons designed with a consistent style, making them perfect for use together in your projects.

Question 24

Are there similar icons to Whale?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can find similar icons in the Lucide Lab 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 Whale icon commonly used?

Accepted Answer

In real-world applications, the whale icon might be used in educational software, environmental websites, or mobile apps focused on marine conservation. For example, it could serve as a logo or a graphical element in an oceanography textbook or a whale-watching tour app.

Question 26

What does the Whale icon communicate to users?

Accepted Answer

From a UX perspective, the whale icon communicates a sense of majesty and natural wonder, helping users connect with themes related to marine life or conservation. It can be used to create an engaging and informative user experience, particularly in contexts where nature and wildlife are central.

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