Figma vs Illustrator SVG Export — Which Produces Better SVG?
Compare SVG output from Figma and Illustrator — path structure, group naming, code cleanliness, and compatibility with Cricut, web, and code editors.
SVG Export from Figma
Figma exports clean, well-structured SVG with grouped layers, `id` and `name` attributes matching layer names, and proper viewBox. Figma SVG is ready for web use with minimal cleanup. SVGO can further optimize Figma SVG by removing layer name attributes not needed for web.
- Figma: clean SVG with layer-name id attributes
- Minimal post-processing needed for web use
- Run SVGO after Figma export for production optimization
SVG Export from Adobe Illustrator
Illustrator SVG export includes Adobe-specific metadata and namespace declarations. Use File > Export > Export As > SVG with the 'Minify' option for cleaner output. Illustrator's SVG includes more precision in path coordinates — good for print-quality work but produces larger files than Figma for equivalent artwork.
- Illustrator: SVG 1.1, Adobe namespace (can be removed)
- Use 'Minify' in Illustrator SVG options for cleaner output
- Larger file size than Figma equivalent; SVGO reduces it
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Figma or Illustrator better for SVG export for web use?
Figma produces web-ready SVG with cleaner default output. Illustrator includes more metadata but can be cleaned with SVGO. Both produce high-quality SVG — Figma is slightly easier for web-first workflows.
Which SVG export is better for Cricut: Figma or Illustrator?
Both produce Cricut-compatible SVG. Figma's cleaner output often imports into Cricut Design Space without issues. Illustrator SVG may need Adobe metadata removed — save with 'Minify' option and test in Cricut before production.
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