How to Use Text in SVG to Create Custom Graphics

If you already master the basics from our guide on what an SVG file is, it is time to add a key ingredient: text! The <text> element in SVG lets you include titles, labels, or custom-font logos fully scalable and web-optimized. In this tutorial, we will guide you step by step to use text in SVG and build stunning custom graphics.

Creating text inside an SVG is very simple. Just insert the tag into a plain text document, change the extension to .svg, and open it in your browser. At creadorlogos.com, we have designed professional logos combining vector text and geometric shapes. Today, we will show you how to apply it yourself, whether you are a designer, developer, or beginner.

Step 1: Create an SVG with Basic Text

Let's start with the basics: adding text to an SVG canvas using the <text> tag. Let's write the message "Hello, SVG!" following these steps:

1. Open your favorite code editor (like Notepad or Visual Studio Code).
2. Copy and paste the following snippet:

<svg width="300" height="80" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg">  <text x="20" y="50" font-family="Arial" font-size="24" fill="black">Hello, SVG!</text></svg>

3. Save the file with a .svg extension (e.g., hola-svg.svg).
4. View it directly in any web browser or import it into vector editors like Inkscape or Adobe Illustrator.

Step 2: Customizing Text with Advanced Styles

You can apply design attributes like weight, decorations, opacity, and strokes using code. Check out this centered and outlined text example:

<svg width="300" height="150" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg">  <text x="150" y="75" font-family="Verdana" font-size="24" font-weight="bold" text-decoration="underline" fill="#ff6600" fill-opacity="0.8" stroke="#000000" stroke-width="1" text-anchor="middle">Decorated SVG Text!</text></svg>

Step 3: Combine Text with Geometric Shapes

The true potential of SVG text is unlocked when combined with primitive shapes to build simple logos. If you prefer to design similar assets instantly, check out our online logo generator:

<svg width="300" height="200" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg">  <circle cx="150" cy="100" r="80" fill="#a1d99b" stroke="#006600" stroke-width="4"></circle>  <text x="150" y="110" font-family="Arial" font-size="24" font-weight="bold" text-anchor="middle" fill="white">My Logo</text></svg>

Step 4: Multi-line Text with <tspan>

To structure independent headings and subheadings without declaring multiple text tags, use the <tspan> element:

<svg width="300" height="150" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg">  <text x="150" y="50" font-family="Arial" font-size="20" text-anchor="middle" fill="black">    <tspan x="150" dy="0">Welcome</tspan>    <tspan x="150" dy="30">to my web</tspan>  </text></svg>

Step 5: Design Logos with Text Easily at creadorlogos.com

If you prefer a fast visual experience without manual coding, creadorlogos.com allows you to:

• Type and position text choosing from thousands of unique typefaces.
• Combine your titles with geometric shapes and professional vector assets.
• Export your design directly in SVG format or as a PNG image ready for social media and digital projects.

Explore more inspiring examples in our corporate identity section at creadorlogos.com/ejemplo-logotipos.php. Start designing today!