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Geometry and quality practices

Use this checklist before saving and again before submitting.

Best practices

  • Let <path d="..."> geometry carry the meaning; other SVG element types and styling are not the stored geometry.
  • Use non-zero dimensions and make both width and height multiples of 12.
  • Avoid relying on color, stroke styling, masks, embedded text, or external assets.
  • Keep the symbol as simple as possible without losing meaning.
  • Verify nonzero fill rules and path direction carefully.
  • Make metadata clear enough for reviewers who do not share your local context.
  • Add exactly one deliberate center of rotation; it is required to save or submit.
  • Add connection points only where applications should connect an edge; verify X/Y and direction for each point.
  • Choose the target symbol library before the first save; the existing-Draft editor keeps that library fixed.
  • Use a precise Replaces IRI only for a real new version.

Troubleshooting checklist

If something does not behave as expected, check:

  • whether the file is valid SVG XML with an <svg> root
  • whether at least one path has non-empty d
  • whether viewBox or explicit dimensions can be read and both dimensions are multiples of 12
  • whether the paths are closed where needed
  • whether path direction produces the intended fill result
  • whether a center of rotation exists
  • whether name, description, target library, and justification are complete
  • whether the resource is still Draft; Submitted/Pending review symbols are locked

See also