Why is the SVG icon not displaying properly in Webflow?

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September 22, 2023

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There are several possible reasons why an SVG icon may not be displaying properly in Webflow. Here are some potential causes and solutions to consider:

Incorrect SVG format:

Check that the SVG file is in a compatible format. Webflow supports inline SVG code or SVG files with the .svg extension. Ensure that the SVG code is valid and properly formatted.
Double-check that the SVG code does not contain any syntax errors or missing elements.

SVG scaling issue:

If the SVG icon appears too small or too large, check the scaling settings in Webflow. Confirm that the width and height properties are properly set, either in the SVG code or through CSS.
Adjust the size of the SVG icon using custom CSS classes or the Webflow Designer settings.

CSS conflicts:

Inspect the CSS rules applied to the SVG icon and check for any conflicting styles. Make sure that there are no properties that override the SVG's intended appearance, such as color or opacity settings.
Use specific CSS selectors to target the SVG icon and ensure that the styles applied to it are not affecting its display.

Cross-origin resource sharing (CORS) issue:

If the SVG icon is hosted on another domain, ensure that the server includes the appropriate CORS headers. Without these headers, the SVG may not be allowed to be displayed on a different domain (such as Webflow).
If you have access to the server hosting the SVG, configure it to include the following response headers:
- Access-Control-Allow-Origin: * (or the specific domain(s) hosting the SVG)
- Content-Type: image/svg+xml

Cache issue:

In some cases, a browser cache issue can prevent an SVG icon from displaying correctly. Try clearing the browser cache or open Webflow in an incognito/private browsing window to see if the icon appears properly.

Remember to save and publish your changes in Webflow whenever you make any updates to the SVG or its associated styles. By troubleshooting these possible causes, you should be able to resolve the issue of an SVG icon not displaying properly in Webflow.

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