Hyvector

What Hyvector is

Hyvector is a browser-based SVG editor for changing vector graphics without installing software. It is aimed at jobs such as adjusting icons, drafting logos, and tidying SVG paths. Its tools include selection and node editing, a Bézier pen, paint brush, pencil, and parametric shapes. You can scale, rotate, and skew paths, then organize document structure with a drag-and-drop element tree. Hyvector also supports complex text shaping and bidirectional writing, including Nastaliq, Adlam, and Devanagari. Text can be converted to outlines while preserving its shaping. The maker says processing takes place locally, so files remain on the user's device. Editing can begin without an account, and the editor is described as light on memory and suitable for modest hardware. Graphics can be exported in SVG format. Hyvector is available on the web, and its listed plan costs nothing. Jan Bösenberg says he began the project as a solo developer; the homepage footer also identifies INCORS GmbH as a copyright holder. Bitmap vectorization, SVG filter support, and dynamic stroke widths are planned additions.

Who it suits

Hyvector suits people who need to edit SVG graphics in a browser, including for icon adjustments, logo drafts, or path cleanup. Its shaping support may also suit users working with bidirectional text or Nastaliq, Adlam, and Devanagari.

Getting started

1. Open https://www.hyvector.com/ in a browser.
2. Start editing without creating an account.
3. Use the drawing and path tools to edit a graphic.
4. Export the finished graphic as SVG.

Verdict

Choose Hyvector for browser-based SVG editing with local processing, no account requirement, and support for complex text shaping. Look elsewhere if you need a platform beyond the web or one of the planned additions now.