How To Download SVG Files?

In this post we will take a look at how to download SVG files. Perhaps you have just purchased some SVG files from an online store or you have even downloaded some from our site!

In this article we will tell you everything you need to know about downloading SVG files and opening them in your cutting software. But, first, let’s begin with where to find these files.

Where To Find SVG Files?

SVG files are all over the internet and numerous sites are offering free SVG downloads. Before we begin, let’s list out a few that provides free or paid for SVG files.

• Icons8
• unDraw
• Pixabay
• Open Doodles
• Vectorportal
• Flation

How To Download SVG Cut Files?

You can discover many designs and download them easily from the sites listed above. Most sites will allow you to click a download button to get your SVG icons and files. Some sites may need you to check out before you can get to the download. For example, our site requires you to check out (although we do not ask for any details), before you can get to the download link for the SVG you selected.

After downloading, save the file to your device, this will happen automatically if you download. In most cases, on Windows and Mac your file will be saved to the downloads folder, unless you have changed the location your downloads are saved to.

Be mindful of any licence requirements attached to the SVG.

Unzip your SVG Files

When you download SVG images online, they are usually provided in zipped format. The zipped SVG folder will typically have a collection of vector graphics and you can unzip the files for further use. Both Windows and Mac support opening Zip files natively, as do Android Phones.

See our post on How to Unzip SVG Files in Windows or How to Unzip SVG Files on a Mac for further information.

If you can’t find the zip file try performing a search for .zip. This will show all the zip files on your computer. Look for a file name that could be the design you downloaded. You can also look at the modified date and time to match up with when you downloaded the SVG file.

How To Open SVG Files In Cricut Design Space

Did you know you can create Cricut cut files with SVG images? SVG images and SVG cut files are all over the internet and the Cricut library is a paradise for designers where they get to experience many different designs. In addition, there are numerous other sites which are noted in this article that allow you to download SVG cut files.

After the extraction of ZIP files, you can move ahead with opening design space.

The procedure to open SVG files in Cricut design is simple, you only need to follow a few steps.

Step 1: Download Design Space

If you are new to using Cricut Design Space, you can install or download Design Space from Google Chrome or any browser.

Step 2: Upload Image

After downloading, open Design Space to make an SVG cut file. Select the option new project, and you will get an upload image page. Upload the image, be sure you are selecting SVG cut files; the image is stored on a computer with browser icons, making them easier to find. Click ‘continue’ to proceed.

Step 3: Name The Tags

After uploading the image, save the file and give the design an appropriate title to the file. You can name it based on the design or as per the URL name. After naming, add tags that define the image.

For instance, you can select a flower image and put tags like petals, stems, flower colour, and fragrance.

Step 4: Save The Image

After entering the title and tags, save the image. The saved image will then appear on recently uploaded images. Finally, put it on the canvas to ungroup.

Step 5: Ungroup The Image

The image will appear on a blank canvas. You will find the ‘Layers’ panel on the right side, and you can see a separate layer for each element in the design. By default, the image is grouped. Right click to ungroup the images.

You can see cut options, select the image that you want to remove from the image.

That’s it! You can make any required changes to the image. Customise the image and modify the design according to your own needs. When you are done and ready to cut, click ‘Make-it’.

This is how to open SVG images in Design space and create Cricut cut files.

Conclusion

This article discussed how to download SVG cut files and use Design Space for Cricut. Another easy way to download is to use the SVG Export extension; it allows you to view and open the SVG files. Check this article to know more about SVG images.