Import vector graphics from Inkscape

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Hi guys,

I would like to import a vector graphic from Inkscape into Synfig. I just created a simple drawing with Inkscape and saved it as both a svg file and a synfig animation (I followed the instructions of this video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ytYHqIHow8I). However, when I import it into Synfig via File–>Import nothing is shown on the canvas (it is just empty). Do you have any clue what the problem might be? I’d appreciate every comment and I am looking forward to your help.

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Hi and welcome here :slight_smile:

This a a common request, please use the search function :wink:
(for example Search results for 'svg import after:2018-01-01' - Synfig Forums)

The last answer was:

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Thanks BobSynfig for your comment,

I had a look into the discussion but it does not solve my problem. As stated in my original post, I followed the steps of a youtube tutorial (you can see the link in the original post). I indeed saved the drawing in Inkscape as a SIF file (synfig animation) but still nothing is display in Synfig when I import it.

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It could be different things like Alpha/Transparency, Blend Mode, gradients, some SVG elements not exported, the fact you are in preview/draft mode…
Which version and OS do you use?

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Thanks BobSynfig for your comment,

my OS is Windows 10 and I use Synfig 1.2.2

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I uploaded a figure with two screenshots. One from Inkscape (right hand side) and one from Synfig (left hand sinde). Maybe this helps.

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It seems your draw is outside the visible part of Synfig workarea (and it’s outside Inkscape drawing area)

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Thanks rodolforg for your answer. Yes, indeed that was the problem. Thanks a lot for your help :grinning: