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'''Inkscape is a multi-platform vector graphics software application.''' It is free and open-source software (FOSS).
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'''Inkscape is a free desktop software application used to create vector artwork.'''
  
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At Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM), we have installed the current version of Inkscape on our Windows Design Workstations 1-3.
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It is free and open-source software (FOSS) and available for Windows, Mac (including Apple Silicon), and Linux.
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Inkscape's native file format is .svg (Scalable Vector Graphics). It can import and export many other file formats, including PDF, EPS, JPG, GIF, PNG, and more.
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At Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM), we maintain Inkscape on our Windows Design Workstations 1-3, and on the computer dedicated to our new Roland Large Format Printer/Cutter.
 
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'''Links to related PPM Wiki pages:'''
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:'''[[SVG File Format Tips]]'''
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'''Links to inkscape.org:'''
 
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===[https://inkscape.org/release/inkscape-1.3.2/ Inkscape release notes version 1.3.2]===
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===[https://inkscape.org/release/inkscape-1.4/ '''Inkscape release notes version 1.4''']===
  
 
===[https://inkscape.org/doc/keys.html Inkscape keyboard and mouse reference]===
 
===[https://inkscape.org/doc/keys.html Inkscape keyboard and mouse reference]===
  
 
===[https://inkscape.org/doc/tutorials/tips/tutorial-tips.html Inkscape tutorial: Tips and Tricks]===
 
===[https://inkscape.org/doc/tutorials/tips/tutorial-tips.html Inkscape tutorial: Tips and Tricks]===
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==Training==
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:'''''Consider the Inkscape Manual, Tutorials, FAQs, and more under the application's "Help" menu'''''
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'''Shortcuts for View Menu:'''
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::{| class="wikitable"
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|'''Shortcut'''
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|'''Inkscape'''
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|'''Illustrator'''
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|-
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|Zoom In
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| +
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|Ctrl++
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|Zoom Out
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| -
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|Ctrl+-
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|Fit Artboard in Window
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|Ctrl+0
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|Fit All in Window
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|Alt+Ctrl+0
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|Actual Size
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|Ctrl+1
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| Rulers > Show Rulers
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|Ctrl+R
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|Ctrl+R
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== External Training==
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'''''Consider the Inkscape Manual, Tutorials, FAQs, and more under Inkscape's "Help" menu'''''
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:[https://inkscape.org/learn/tutorials/ '''Inkscape Tutorials'''] — from the Inkscape community
 
:[https://inkscape.org/learn/tutorials/ '''Inkscape Tutorials'''] — from the Inkscape community
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:[https://inkscape.org/gallery/%3Dextension/ '''Inkscape Extensions'''] — inkscape.org
 
:[https://inkscape.org/gallery/%3Dextension/ '''Inkscape Extensions'''] — inkscape.org
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:[https://wiki.inkscape.org/wiki/Inkscape '''Inkscape Wiki'''] — inkscape.org
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:[https://inkscape.org/ '''Inkscape Product Home Page'''] — inkscape.org
 
:[https://inkscape.org/ '''Inkscape Product Home Page'''] — inkscape.org
  
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==Related Pages==
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==Hand-Curated Links==
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'''Links to external sites:'''
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:'''[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zjjpLmkLlt0 Working with Symbols]''' — Sweater Cat Designs on YouTube
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:'''[https://inkstitch.org/ Ink/Stitch]''' — open-source machine embroidery design platform based on Inkscape
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'''Alternatives to Inkscape:'''
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:'''[https://boxy-svg.com/ Boxy SVG]''' — "For beginners and professional designers and developers."
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==Additional Help==
 
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== For Additional Help ==
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Use the PPM Slack channel #computing
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:[[How To Slack#PPM Channel Names and Descriptions|'''List of all PPM Slack channels''']]
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Note that we have a Slack channel (#job-board) for members to post, discuss, or accept job opportunities either within PPM or from the&nbsp;community.
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Latest revision as of 15:00, 29 March 2025

Inkscape is a free desktop software application used to create vector artwork.

It is free and open-source software (FOSS) and available for Windows, Mac (including Apple Silicon), and Linux.

Inkscape's native file format is .svg (Scalable Vector Graphics). It can import and export many other file formats, including PDF, EPS, JPG, GIF, PNG, and more.

At Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM), we maintain Inkscape on our Windows Design Workstations 1-3, and on the computer dedicated to our new Roland Large Format Printer/Cutter.

Links to related PPM Wiki pages:

SVG File Format Tips


Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any information that is outdated.

 


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Tips

Links to inkscape.org:

Inkscape release notes version 1.4

Inkscape keyboard and mouse reference

Inkscape tutorial: Tips and Tricks

Shortcuts for View Menu:

Shortcut Inkscape Illustrator
Zoom In + Ctrl++
Zoom Out - Ctrl+-
Fit Artboard in Window Ctrl+0
Fit All in Window Alt+Ctrl+0
Actual Size Ctrl+1
Rulers > Show Rulers Ctrl+R Ctrl+R

External Training

Consider the Inkscape Manual, Tutorials, FAQs, and more under Inkscape's "Help" menu

Inkscape Tutorials — from the Inkscape community
Inkscape Extensions — inkscape.org
Inkscape Product Home Page — inkscape.org

Hand-Curated Links

Links to external sites:

Working with Symbols — Sweater Cat Designs on YouTube
Ink/Stitch — open-source machine embroidery design platform based on Inkscape

Alternatives to Inkscape:

Boxy SVG — "For beginners and professional designers and developers."

Additional Help

Links to related PPM Wiki pages:

Adobe Illustrator Tips
CorelDRAW X6 Tips
Canva Tips
Blender Tips
QR Codes
  Vinyl Cutting  

Use the PPM Slack channel #computing

Note that we have a Slack channel (#job-board) for members to post, discuss, or accept job opportunities either within PPM or from the community.


Search the PPM Wiki — include Content pages as well as Multimedia.

Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any information that is outdated.

 

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