How to Document SVG Icons in Storybook
Create clear, browsable Storybook documentation for your SVG icon component library.
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Building the Icon Gallery Story
Render every icon component in a grid story with its name labeled beneath, so designers and developers can browse the full library and copy the exact component name they need.
- Grid layout with name labels under each icon
- Easy to scan and copy component names
- Auto-generate the grid from your icon registry
Adding Interactive Controls
Use Storybook controls/args to let users toggle size, color, and stroke-width live in the docs, demonstrating how flexible your token-driven icon components really are.
- Add controls for size, color, and stroke-width
- Demonstrates token-driven flexibility live
- Include accessibility usage notes alongside examples
Frequently Asked Questions
Should the icon gallery story be auto-generated?
Yes if possible — generate it from your icon registry/index so newly added icons appear automatically without manual story updates.
What controls are useful on an SVG icon Storybook story?
Size, color/fill, and stroke-width controls let viewers see live how flexible and theme-aware your icon components are.
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