How do I install the External Link icon with shadcn CLI?

Install the External Link 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.

How do I use the External Link icon in Next.js or React?

To use the External Link 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.

How do I use the External Link icon in Vue, Svelte, or Angular?

Copy the ready-to-use External Link 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.

How do I add the External Link icon to my HTML website?

To add the External Link 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.

How do I change the External Link icon color?

To change the External Link 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.

How do I resize the External Link icon?

The External Link 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.

Can I rotate or flip the External Link icon?

Yes, use the Customize button to rotate the External Link 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.

How do I add a background to the External Link icon?

Use the Customize button to add a background color to the External Link 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.

How do I download the External Link icon as SVG?

Click the Download button and select SVG to download the External Link 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.

How do I download the External Link icon as PNG?

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

How do I use the External Link icon as a favicon?

Download the External Link 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.

Does the External Link icon download include my customizations?

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

Is the External Link icon free to use?

This icon is licensed under MIT. Created by GitLab B.V..

Can I use the External Link icon in commercial projects?

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

Do I need to credit the External Link icon author?

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

Can I modify the External Link icon for my project?

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

How do I make the External Link icon accessible?

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

How do I animate the External Link icon with CSS?

Animate the External Link 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.

Can I use the External Link icon inline with text?

Yes, the External Link 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.

Why use SVG icons instead of icon fonts?

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.

What is shadcn and how does it work with icons?

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.

What size is the External Link icon?

The External Link 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.

What icon library is the External Link icon from?

The External Link icon is from the Gitlab SVGs collection. This library contains 414 icons designed with a consistent style, making them perfect for use together in your projects.

Are there similar icons to External Link?

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

Where is the External Link icon commonly used?

In various software applications, external-link icons like this are commonly used in help or documentation sections to link to external resources. For example, online documentation platforms like GitHub use similar icons to link to external websites.

What does the External Link icon communicate to users?

From a UX perspective, the external-link icon communicates that a link leads to an external resource or website. It helps users understand that they will be navigating away from the current application or platform.

External Link React Icon SVG

The external-link icon represents a symbol used to indicate a link to an external resource or website.

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